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2001 Chevrolet Camaro Owner's Manual Litho in U.S.A. Part Number 10421946 A First Edition © Copyright General Motors Corporation 2000 All Rights Reserved i[...]

Table of Contents Windows Keys and Door Locks Keyless Entry System (Option) Hatch Automatic Transmission Manual Transmission Parking Brake Tilt Wheel Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever Windshield Wipers Cruise Control Exterior and Interior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Cargo Cover Accessory Power Outlet Instrument Panel, Warning Lights and Gages Seats and Seat Controls Safety Belts Air Bag System Restraint Systems for Children Section 1 Section 2 Seats and Restraint Systems Features and Controls ii[...]

Table of Contents (cont'd) Defensive Driving Drunken Driving Control of a Vehicle Braking Steering Driving Tips for Various Road Conditions Recreational Vehicle Towing Loading Your Vehicle Towing a Trailer Heating and Air Conditioning Setting the Radio Clock Radio/Cassette Player/CD Player Radio Theft-Deterrent Feature Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped) Hazard Warning Flashers Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle Engine Overheating Changing a Flat Tire If You're Stuck Problems on the Road iii Section 3 Section 4 Section 5 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems Your Driving and the Road[...]

Table of Contents (cont'd) Maintenance Schedule Service and Appearance Care Section 7 Section 6 Scheduled Maintenance Owner Checks and Services Periodic Maintenance Inspections Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Maintenance Records Fuel Checking Fluids and Lubricants GM Oil Life System™ Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Brakes Bulb Replacement Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Tires and Wheels Appearance Care Electrical System/Fuses and Circuit Breakers Capacities and Specifications Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts iv[...]

Table of Contents (cont'd) Customer Assistance Information In the Index you will find an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual. You can use it to quickly find something you want to read. Section 8 Customer Satisfaction Procedures Customer Assistance Offices Roadside Assistance and Courtesy Transportation Warranty Information (See Warranty Manual) Reporting Safety Defects on page 8-10 Service Publications Index Section 9 Please refer to the last page of this manual for your Service Station Guide v[...]

vi GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, CHEVROLET , the CHEVROLET Emblem and the name CAMARO are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation. This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed. W e reserve the right to make changes after that time without further notice. For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Limited” for Chevrolet Motor Division whenever it appears in this manual. Please keep this manual in your vehicle, so it will be there if you ever need it when you’re on the road. If you sell the vehicle, please leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it. W e support voluntary technician certification. Fo[...]

vii How to Use this Manual Many people read their owne r ’ s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle. If you do this, it will help you learn about the features and controls for your vehicle. In this manual, you’ll find that pictures and words work together to explain things quickl y . Safety W arnings and Symbols Y ou will find a number of safety cautions in this book. W e use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning. CAUTION: These mean the r e is something that could hurt you or other people. In the caution area, we tell you what the hazard is. Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or re[...]

viii V ehicle Damage W arnings Also, in this book you will find these notices: NOTICE: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. In the notice area, we tell you about something that can damage your vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be covered by your warranty , and it could be costly . But the notice will tell you what to do to help avoid the damage. When you read other manuals, you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words. Y ou’ll also see warning labels on your vehicle. They use the same words, CAUTION or NOTICE.[...]

ix For example, these symbols are used on an original battery: CAUTION POSSIBLE INJUR Y PROTECT EYES BY SHIELDING CAUSTIC BA TTERY ACID COULD CAUSE BURNS A VOID SP ARKS OR FLAMES SP ARK OR FLAME COULD EXPLODE BA TTERY These symbols are important for you and your passengers whenever your vehicle is driven: CHILD RESTRAINT TOP STRAP ANCHOR DOOR LOCK UNLOCK F ASTEN SEA T BEL TS POWER WINDOW AIR BAG These symbols have to do with your lamps: MASTER LIGHTING SWITCH TURN SIGNALS P ARKING LAMPS HAZARD W ARNING FLASHER DA YTIME RUNNING LAMPS FOG LAMPS These symbols are on some of your controls: WINDSHIELD WIPER WINDSHIELD W ASHER WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER VENTILA TING FA N These symbo[...]

Service Station Guide Oil Viscosity Engine Oil See Section 6 Cooling System See Section 5 Hood Release See Section 6 Windshield Washer Fluid See Section 6 Battery See Section 6 For a More Detailed Look at What's Under the Hood See Section 6 Tire Pressure See Section 6 V6 Engine Oil Dipstick See Section 6 V8 Engine Oil Dipstick See Section 6 Fuel Use unleaded only. See Section 6 for octane ratings. Spare Tire Pressure See Section 5[...]

1- 1-1 Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Here you’ll find information about the seats in your vehicle and how to use your safety belts properly . Y ou can also learn about some things you should not do with air bags and safety belts. 1 - 2 Seats and Seat Controls 1 - 6 Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone 1 - 1 1 Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts -- and the Answers 1 - 12 How to W ear Safety Belts Properly 1 - 12 Driver Position 1 - 18 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 - 19 Right Front Passenger Position 1 - 20 Air Bag System 1 - 26 Rear Seat Passengers 1 - 29 Children 1 - 33 Restraint Systems for Children 1 - 43 Older Children 1 - 46 Safety Belt Extender 1 - 46 Ch[...]

1-2 Seats and Seat Controls This section tells you about the seats -- how to adjust them and also about reclining front seatbacks, seatback latches and the folding rear seatback. Manual Front Seat CAUTION: Y ou can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you don’t want to. Adjust the driver’s seat only when the vehicle is not moving. Move the lever located under the passenger ’ s front seat to unlock it. Slide the seat to where you want it. Then release the lever and try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locked into place[...]

1-3 4-W ay Manual Seats There are two levers located on the front of the seat. The left lever adjusts the seat forward and rearward. The right lever adjusts the angle of the seat cushion. T o adjust the seats forward and rearward, lift the lever on the left. Slide the seat to where you want it. Then release the lever and try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locked into place. Lift the lever on the right and lean forward or backward to adjust the angle of the seat cushion. Release the lever to lock the seat into place. 6-W ay Power Seat (Option) The driver ’ s seat has three power seat controls located on the outboard side. A: The front control makes the front of the[...]

1-4 Reclining Front Seatbacks T o adjust the seatback, lift the lever located on the outboard side of the seat. Release the lever to lock the seatback where you want it. Pull up on the lever and the seat will go to its original upright position. But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving.[...]

1-5 CAUTION: Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can’t do their job when you’re r eclined like this. The shoulder belt can’t do its job. In a crash you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries. The lap belt can’t do its job either . In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be ther e, not at your pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries. For proper pr otection when the vehicle is in motion, have the seatback upright. Then sit well back in the seat and wear your safety belt properly . Front Seatback Latches The front seatbacks fold forward to le[...]

1-6 Folding Rear Seatback The rear seatback in your vehicle folds down to provide more storage space. T o fold the seatback down: 1. Pull forward on both levers. 2. Fold the seatback down. T o raise the seatback: 1. Lift the seatback to its locked, upright position. 2. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked. Be sure both latches hold the seatback in place. Safety Belts: They’re 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. And it explains the air bag system. CAUTION: Don’t let anyone ride where he or she can’t wear a safety belt properly . If you are in a crash and yo[...]

1-7 CAUTION: It is extremely danger ous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas ar e more likely to be seriously injur ed or killed. Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts. Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly . Y our vehicle has a light that comes on as a reminder to buckle up. See “Safety Belt Reminder Light” in the Index. In most states and Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts. Here’ s why: They work. Y ou never know if you’ll be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you don’t know if it will be a[...]

1-8 Why Safety Belts W ork When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. T ake the simplest vehicle. Suppose it’ s just a seat on wheels. Put someone on it.[...]

1-9 Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn’t stop. The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield ...[...]

1-10 or the instrument panel ... or the safety belts! W ith safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. Y ou get more time to stop. Y ou stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That’ s why safety belts make such good sense.[...]

1-1 1 Here Ar e Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts -- and the Answers Q: W on’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I’m wearing a safety belt? A: Y ou could be -- whether you’re wearing a safety belt or not. But you can unbuckle a safety belt, even if you’re upside down. And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident, so you can unbuckle and get out, is much greater if you are belted. Q: If my vehicle has air bags, why should I have to wear safety belts? A: Air bags are in many vehicles today and will be in most of them in the future. But they are supplemental systems only; so they work with safety belts -- not instead of them. Every air bag sy[...]

1-12 How to W ear Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for people of adult size. Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children. And there are different rules for smaller children and babies. If a child will be riding in your vehicle, see the part of this manual called “Children.” Follow those rules for everyone’ s protection. First, you’ll want to know which restraint systems your vehicle has. W e’ll start with the driver position. Driver Position This part describes the driver ’ s restraint system. Lap-Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap - shoulder belt. Here’ s how to wear it properly . 1. Close and lock the door . 2. Adjust the seat [...]

1-13 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt isn’t long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender” at the end of this section. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 5. T o make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder belt. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply[...]

1-14 Q: What’ s wrong with this? A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection this way . CAUTION: Y ou can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury . The shoulder belt should fit against your body .[...]

1-15 Q: What’ s wrong with this? A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place. CAUTION: Y ou 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 ther e, not at the pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you.[...]

1-16 Q: What’ s wrong with this? A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times. CAUTION: Y ou can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury . Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which aren’t as str ong as shoulder bones. Y ou could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen.[...]

1-17 Q: What’ s wrong with this? A: The belt is twisted across the body . CAUTION: Y ou can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you wouldn’t have the full width of the belt to spread impact for ces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly , or ask your dealer to fix it.[...]

1-18 T o unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way . Before you close the door , be sure the belt is out of the way . If you slam the door on it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle. Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don’t wear safety belts. A pregnant woman should wear a lap - shoulder belt, and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible, below the rounding, throughout the pregnancy .[...]

1-19 The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother . When a safety belt is worn properly , it’ s more likely that the fetus won’t be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly . Right Front Passenger Position T o learn how to wear the right front passenger ’ s safety belt properly , see “Driver Position” earlier in this section. The right front passenger ’ s safety belt works the same way as the driver ’ s safety belt -- except for one thing. If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle, tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle the belt.[...]

1-20 Air Bag System This part explains the air bag system. Y our vehicle has air bags -- one air bag for the driver and another air bag for the right front passenger . Frontal air bags are designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating air bag. But these air bags must inflate very quickly to do their job and comply with federal regulations. Here are the most important things to know about the air bag system: CAUTION: Y ou can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you aren’t wearing your safety belt -- even if you have air bags. W earing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it. Ai[...]

1-21 CAUTION: Air bags inflate with great for ce, faster than the blink of an eye. If you’re too close to an inflating air bag, as you would be if you were leaning forward, it could seriously injure you. Safety belts help keep you in position before and during a crash. Always wear your safety belt, even with air bags. The driver should sit as far back as possible while still maintaining control of the vehicle. CAUTION: Anyone who is up against, or very close to, any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Air bags plus lap - shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle’ s safety CAUTION: (Continued) [...]

1-22 How the Air Bag System W orks Where ar e 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 instrument panel on the passenger ’ s side.[...]

1-23 CAUTION: If something is between an occupant and an air bag, the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person. The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear . Don’t put anything between an occupant and an air bag, and don’t attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other air bag covering. When should an air bag inflate? An air bag is designed to inflate in a moderate to severe frontal or near - frontal crash. The air bag will inflate only if the impact speed is above the system’ s designed “threshold level.” If your vehicle goes straight into a wall that doesn’t move or deform, the threshold level is about 12 to [...]

1-24 How does an air bag restrain? In moderate to severe frontal or near - frontal collisions, even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel. Air bags supplement the protection provided by safety belts. Air bags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant’ s upper body , stopping the occupant more gradually . But air bags would not help you in many types of collisions, including rollovers, rear impacts and side impacts, primarily because an occupant’ s motion is not toward those air bags. Air bags should never be regarded as anything more than a supplement to safety belts, and then only in moderate to severe frontal or near - frontal co[...]

1-25 Y our vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module, which records information about the air bag system. The module records information about the readiness of the system, when the system commands air bag inflation and driver ’ s safety belt usage at deployment. The module also records speed, engine rpm, brake and throttle data. Let only qualified technicians work on your air bag system. Improper service can mean that your air bag system won’t work properly . See your dealer for service. NOTICE: If you damage the covering for the driver’s or the right front passenger ’ s air bag, the bag may not work properly . Y ou may have to replace the air bag module in the s[...]

1-26 Rear Seat Passengers It’ s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up! Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts. Rear passengers who aren’t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash. And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts. Lap - Shoulder Belt The rear seats have lap - shoulder belts. Here’ s how to wear one properly . 1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted. On convertible models, the shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly . If this happens, let the belt go bac[...]

1-27 2. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle, tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt is not long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender” at the end of this section. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 3. T o make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part.[...]

1-28 The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. The safety belt locks if there’ s a sudden stop or a crash. On convertible models, the safety belt also locks if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor . CAUTION: Y ou can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too [...]

1-29 T o unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This includes infants and all other children. Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need, for everyone, to use safety restraints. In fact, the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle. Infants and Y oung Children Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles, they should have the protection provided by the appropriate restraint. Y oung children should not use the vehicle’ s safety belts, unless there is no other choice.[...]

1-30 CAUTION: People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn’t weigh much -- until a crash. During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it. CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: (Continued) For example, in a crash at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12 - lb. (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a 240 - lb. (1 10 kg) force on a person’ s arms. A baby should be secured in an appropriate restraint.[...]

1-31 CAUTION: Children who ar e up against, or very close to, any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Air bags plus lap - shoulder belts offer outstanding protection for adults and older children, but not for young childr en and infants. Neither the vehicle’ s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them. Y oung children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can pr ovide. Q: What are the differ ent types of add - on child restraints? A: Add - on child restraints, which are purchased by the vehicle’ s owner, are available in four basic types. Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the c[...]

1-32 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 acr oss the strongest part of an infant’ s body , the back and shoulders. Infants always should be secured in appropriate infant r estraints. CAUTION: The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older child, for whom the safety belts are designed. A young child’ s hip bones are still so small that vehicle’ s regular safety belt may[...]

1-33 Restraint Systems for Children An infant car bed (A), a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle, is an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a child on a continuous flat surface. Make sure that the infant’ s head rests toward the center of the vehicle. A rear - facing infant seat (B) provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant. The harness system holds the infant in place and, in a crash, acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint.[...]

1-34 A forward - facing child seat (C - E) provides restraint for the child’ s body with the harness and also sometimes with surfaces such as T - shaped or shelf - like shields. A booster seat (F - G) is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle’ s safety belt system. Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner , and some high - back booster seats have a five - point harness. A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window .[...]

1-35 Q: How do child restraints work? A: A child restraint system is any device designed for use in a motor vehicle to restrain, seat, or position children. A built - in child restraint system is a permanent part of the motor vehicle. An add - on child restraint system is a portable one, which is purchased by the vehicle’ s owner . For many years, add - on child restraints have used the adult belt system in the vehicle. T o help reduce the chance of injury , the child also has to be secured within the restraint. The vehicle’ s belt system secures the add - on child restraint in the vehicle, and the add - on child restraint’ s harness system holds the child in place within the restraint[...]

1-36 Where to Put the Restraint Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. General Motors, therefore, recommends that child restraints be secured in the rear seat including an infant riding in a rear - facing infant seat, a child riding in a forward - facing child seat and an older child riding in a booster seat. Never put a rear - facing child restraint in the front passenger seat. Here’ s why: CAUTION: A child in a rear - facing child restraint can be seriously injur ed or killed if the right front passenger’ s air bag inflates. This is because the back of the rear - facing child restraint would be very close to the i[...]

1-37 T op Strap Some child restraints have a top strap, or “top tether .” It can help restrain the child restraint during a collision. For it to work, a top strap must be properly anchored to the vehicle. If the child restraint does not have a top strap, one can be obtained, in kit form, for many child restraints. Ask the child restraint manufacturer whether or not a kit is available. In Canada, the law requires that forward - facing child restraints have a top strap, and that the strap be anchored. In the United States, some child restraints also have a top strap. If your child restraint has a top strap, it should be anchored. If your vehicle is not a convertible, two top strap anchors [...]

1-38 If you have a convertible, don’t use a child restraint with a top strap in your vehicle because the top strap anchor cannot be installed properly . Y ou shouldn’t use this type of restraint without anchoring the top strap. Anchor the top strap to one of these anchor points. Be sure to use an anchor point located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed. Once you have the top strap anchored, you’ll be ready to secure the child restraint itself. T ighten the top strap when and as the child restraint manufacturer ’ s instructions say . Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position Y ou’ll be using the lap - shoulder bel[...]

1-39 T ilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed. If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child’ s face or neck, put it behind the child restraint. 3. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.[...]

1-40 4. T o tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt while you push down on the child restraint. If you’re using a forward - facing child restraint, you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt. 5. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. T o remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’ s safety belt and let it go back all the way . The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger . Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position Y our vehicle has a right front passenger air bag. Never put a rear - facing child res[...]

1-41 Although a rear seat is a safer place, you can secure a forward - facing child restraint in the right front seat. Y ou’ll be using the lap - shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say . 1. Because your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag, always move the seat as far back as it will go before securing a forward - facing child restraint. See “Seats” in the Index. 2. Put the restraint on the seat. 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle’ s safety b[...]

1-42 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 5. T o tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt while you push down on the child restraint. Y ou may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt. 6. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. T o remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’ s safety belt and let it go back all the way . The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger .[...]

1-43 Older Children Older children who have outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle’ s safety belts. Q: What is the proper way to wear safety belts? A: If possible, an older child should wear a lap - shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck. The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips, just touching the top of the thighs. It should never be worn over the abdomen, which could cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash. Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat. In a crash, children who are not buckled up can strike other people who are b[...]

1-44 CAUTION: Never do this. Here two childr en are wearing the same belt. The belt can’t properly spr ead the impact forces. In a crash, the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured. A belt must be used by only one person at a time. Q: What if a child is wearing a lap - shoulder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child’ s face or neck? A: Move the child toward the center of the vehicle, but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child’ s shoulder , so that in a crash the child’ s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide.[...]

1-45 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. If the child wears the belt in this way , in a crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt’ s force would then be applied right on the child’ s abdomen. That could cause serious or fatal injuries. Wherever the child sits, the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the child’ s thighs. This applies belt force to the child’ s pelvic bones in a crash.[...]

1-46 Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle’ s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, your dealer will order you an extender . It’ s free. When you go in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear , so the extender will be long enough for you. The extender will be just for you, and just for the seat in your vehicle that you choose. Don’t let someone else use it, and use it only for the seat it is made to fit. T o wear it, just attach it to the regular safety belt. Checking Y our Restraint Systems Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchora[...]

2- 2-1 Section 2 Featur es and Controls Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting, shifting and braking. Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly -- and what to do if you have a problem. 2 - 2 W indows 2 - 4 Keys 2 - 6 Door Locks 2 - 8 Keyless Entry System (Option) 2 - 13 Hatch 2 - 15 Theft 2 - 16 Content Theft - Deterrent/Alarm System (Option) 2 - 19 P ASS - Key II 2 - 28 New V ehicle “Break - In” 2 - 29 Ignition Positions 2 - 31 Starting Y our Engine 2 - 34 Engine Coolant Heater (Canada Only) 2 - 35 Automatic T ransmission Operation 2 - 39 Manual T [...]

2-2 Windows CAUTION: Leaving childr en in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. A child can be over come by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat str oke. Never leave a child alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather . Manual Windows T urn the window crank handle to open and close each window .[...]

2-3 Power Windows (Option) Switches on the driver ’ s door control each window when the ignition is on or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. (See “Retained Accessory Power” in the Index.) The switch for the driver ’ s window has an express - down feature and is labeled AUTO. T o lower the driver ’ s window completely , press the bottom of the switch and release it after a second. T o open the window partially , activate the express - down feature and press the top of the switch when the window has lowered to the position you want. Y ou can open the passenger ’ s window any amount by pressing the bottom of the switch for the passenger ’ s window and releasing it when[...]

2-4 Keys CAUTION: Leaving childr en in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many r easons. A child or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. Don’t leave the keys in a vehicle with children.[...]

2-5 This key is for the ignition only . This key is for the doors and all other locks. When a new vehicle is delivered, the dealer removes the bar - coded plugs from the door keys and gives them to the first owner . However , the ignition keys don’t have plugs. Instead, they have bar - coded key tags. These tags may be removed by your dealer or even before the vehicle is delivered to your dealer . Each door key plug has a code on it that tells your dealer or a qualified locksmith how to make extra door keys. Keep the plugs in a safe place. If you lose your door keys, you’ll be able to have new ones made using these plugs. If you need a new ignition key , contact your dealer who can obtai[...]

2-6 Door Locks CAUTION: Unlocked doors can be danger ous. Passengers -- especially childr en -- can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle won’t open it. Y ou increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren’t locked. So, wear safety belts properly and lock the doors whenever you drive. Y oung children who get into unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out. A child can be overcome by extr eme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat str oke. Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it. Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle. [...]

2-7 Power Door Locks (Option) Press the power door lock switch located on the driver ’ s door to lock or unlock both doors at once. The power door lock switch works at all times, except when lockout prevention (if equipped) is programmed. The unlock switch only works when the ignition is in RUN, ACC or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See “Retained Accessory Power (RAP)” in the Index. Operating the power locks may affect the content theft - deterrent/alarm system (option). See “Content Theft - Deterrent /Alarm System” in the Index. Last Door Closed Locking (If Equipped) If you have power door locks, you can program your vehicle to delay locking the doors. This lets yo[...]

2-8 Lockout Prevention (If Equipped) T o protect you from locking your keys in the vehicle, this feature stops the power door locks from locking when the keys are in the ignition and a door is open. If the power lock switch is pressed when a door is open, a chime will sound five times as a reminder to take the keys out of the ignition before locking the door . The vehicle is shipped from the factory with this feature turned on. If you would like to turn this feature off, see “Feature Customization” in the Index. Leaving Y our V ehicle If you are leaving the vehicle, take your keys, open your door and set the locks from inside. Then get out and close the door . Keyless Entry System (Optio[...]

2-9 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This device complies with RSS - 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment. A[...]

2-10 Operation The driver ’ s door will unlock automatically when UNLOCK is pressed on the transmitter . If UNLOCK is pressed again within five seconds, the passenger ’ s door will also unlock. All doors will lock when LOCK is pressed. The hatch will unlock when the REAR 2X button on the transmitter is pressed twice within five seconds (pause slightly between presses) and as long as the ignition is turned to OFF . If the ignition is on, the REAR 2X button will only work if the transmission is in P ARK (P) for an automatic transmission, or if the parking brake is set on a manual transmission. The system will turn on the interior lamps for about 40 seconds (or until the ignition is turned [...]

2-1 1 Matching T ransmitter(s) to Y our V ehicle Each remote keyless entry 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 . Remember to bring any remaining transmitters with you when you go to your dealer . When the dealer matches the replacement transmitter to your vehicle, any remaining transmitters must also be matched. Once your dealer has coded the new transmitter , the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle. Each vehicle can have only four transmitters matched to it. Have each transmitter you intend to match ready for the next steps. T o match transmitters to [...]

2-12 Battery Replacement Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter should last about two years. Y ou can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won’t work at the normal range in any location. If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works, it’ s probably time to change the battery . NOTICE: When replacing the battery , use care not to touch any of the circuitry . Static from your body transferr ed to these surfaces may damage the transmitter . T o replace the battery in the remote keyless entry transmitter , do the following: 1. Carefully pry off the cover by inserting a coin (or similar object) in the slot between the covers and t[...]

2-13 Resynchronization Resynchronization may be necessary due to the security method used by the remote keyless entry system. The transmitter does not send the same signal twice to the receiver . The receiver will not respond to a signal that has been sent previously . This prevents anyone from recording and playing back the signal from the transmitter . T o resynchronize the transmitter with the receiver, do the following: 1. Stand close to the vehicle. 2. Press and hold the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons on the transmitter at the same time for about eight seconds. The door locks should cycle and the interior lamps should flash to confirm resynchronization. If this does not happen, you may need to[...]

2-14 Hatch Release Y our door key opens the hatch from the outside. If your vehicle has the content theft - deterrent/alarm system and the system is armed, opening the hatch this way will trigger the alarm. First, disarm the system or use the remote keyless entry transmitter to open the hatch. See “Content Theft - Deterrent/Alarm System” in the Index. Remote Hatch Release (If Equipped) Press the button located under the main lamp control on the driver ’ s side below the instrument panel to unlock the hatch from inside your vehicle. If you have an automatic transmission, the shift lever must be in P ARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) to use the remote hatch release. If you have a manual transmissio[...]

2-15 T runk Release Handle (If Equipped) NOTICE: The trunk release handle was not designed to be used to tie down the trunk lid or as an anchor point when securing items in the trunk. Improper use of the trunk release handle could damage it. There is a glow - in - the - dark trunk release handle located on the inside wall of the trunk near the floor . The handle will be on the passenger ’ s side. This handle will glow following exposure to light. Pull the release handle down to open the trunk from the inside. Theft V ehicle 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 imposs[...]

2-16 Parking at Night Park in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock your vehicle. Remember to keep your valuables out of sight. Put them in a storage area, or take them with you. Parking Lots Even if you park in a lot where someone will be watching your vehicle, it’ s still best to lock it up and take your keys. But what if you have to leave your ignition key? If possible, park in a busy , well - lit area. Put your valuables in a storage area, like your trunk or glove box. Be sure to close and lock the storage area. Close all windows. Lock the glove box. Lock all the doors except the driver ’ s. Then take the door key and remote keyless entry transmitter with you. Content Theft - De[...]

2-17 T urning Off the Alarm If you started the alarm by pressing the panic button on the remote keyless entry transmitter , you must either push that button again or turn the ignition to RUN to stop the alarm. If the alarm is sounding due to the shock sensor or a door or hatch opening, it can be turned off by either turning the ignition to RUN with a proper key or by pressing any button on the remote keyless entry transmitter . If you use your remote keyless entry transmitter to silence the alarm, additional things will happen depending upon which button you press. Pressing the panic button or the UNLOCK button will turn the alarm off, unlock the driver’ s door and disarm the system. Press[...]

2-18 When your vehicle is new , there will be a label covering the adjustment knob. Remove the label and adjust the sensor as desired. T urn the knob clockwise to increase sensitivity and counterclockwise to decrease sensitivity . The shock sensor is ignored by the alarm system when the following happens: The ignition is on, the hatch is open, the alarm is disarmed, when customized to be ignored, and for five seconds after the horn sounds an alarm or chirp. The shock sensor is ignored after triggering three full alarms until the system is rearmed. Remote Keyless Entry T ransmitter Locking If all the doors are closed, locking the vehicle with the remote keyless entry transmitter will immediat[...]

2-19 Passive Arming If the ignition was just turned off and a door was opened, the system will arm six seconds after both doors are closed, whether or not you lock them. In all other cases, the system will wait 30 seconds after both doors are closed before arming, allowing you time to get into the vehicle and put the key in the ignition. The parking lamps will flash when the system arms. The vehicle is shipped from the factory with this feature turned off. T o turn this feature on, see “Feature Customization” in the Index. Disarming the System There are two ways to disarm the system: Press the UNLOCK button on the remote keyless entry transmitter . If the horn chirps two or three times w[...]

2-20 If the engine does not start and the SECURITY light stays on when you try to start the vehicle, the key may be dirty or wet. T urn the ignition off. Clean and dry the key . W ait about three minutes and try again. The SECURITY light may remain on during this time. If the starter still won’t work, and the key appears to be clean and dry , wait about three minutes and try another ignition key . At this time, you may also want to check the fuses (see “Fuses and Circuit Breakers” in the Index). If the starter won’t work with the other key , your vehicle needs service. If your vehicle does start, the first ignition key may be faulty . See your dealer or a locksmith who can service th[...]

2-21 Feature Customization (If Equipped) Y our vehicle’ s content theft - deterrent/alarm system, locks and lighting systems can be programmed with several different features. The features you can program depend upon the options that came with your vehicle. The following chart shows the features that can be programmed. T o determine which features your vehicle is equipped with, follow the steps listed for entering the programming mode.[...]

2-22 Entering Programming Mode T o program any feature, your vehicle must be in the programming mode. Follow these steps: 1. Put your key in the ignition. 2. T urn the ignition to RUN to disarm the content theft - deterrent/alarm system. 3. T urn the ignition to OFF . 4. Remove the RADIO fuse. This fuse is in the main fuse block, located on the left side of your instrument panel. See “Fuses and Circuit Breakers” in the Index. 5. T urn the ignition toward you to ACC. 6. Count the number of chimes you hear . Y ou will hear one or two chimes depending on the features your vehicle is equipped with. Refer to the chart shown previously . Y ou can now program your choices. T o exit the programm[...]

2-23 When your vehicle was shipped from the factory , it was programmed in Mode 4. The mode to which the vehicle has been programmed may have been changed since it left the factory . T o determine the mode to which your vehicle is programmed or to program your vehicle to a different mode, do the following: 1. T urn the courtesy lamps on by turning the instrument panel brightness control all the way up. 2. Count the number of chimes you hear . The number of chimes tells you which mode your vehicle is set for . (If you do not wish to change the current mode, you can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on you[...]

2-24 When your vehicle was shipped from the factory , it was programmed in Mode 2. The mode to which the vehicle has been programmed may have been changed since it left the factory . T o determine the mode to which your vehicle is programmed or to program your vehicle to a different mode, do the following: 1. Press the power door LOCK switch on the door . 2. Count the number of chimes you hear . The number of chimes tells you which mode your vehicle is set for . (If you do not wish to change the current mode, you can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle.) 3. Press the power door LOCK switch [...]

2-25 When your vehicle was shipped from the factory , it was programmed in Mode 5. The mode to which the vehicle has been programmed may have been changed since it left the factory . T o determine the mode to which your vehicle is programmed or to program your vehicle to a different mode, do the following: 1. Press the UNLOCK button on the remote keyless entry transmitter . 2. Count the number of chimes you hear . The number of chimes tells you which mode your vehicle is set for . (If you do not wish to change the current mode, you can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle.) 3. Press the UNLO[...]

2-26 When your vehicle was shipped from the factory , it was programmed in Mode 3. The mode to which the vehicle has been programmed may have been changed since it left the factory . T o determine the mode to which your vehicle is programmed or to program your vehicle to a different mode, do the following: 1. Press the unlock switch on the door . 2. Count the number of chimes you hear . The number of chimes tells you which mode your vehicle is set for . (If you do not wish to change the current mode, you can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle.) 3. Press the unlock switch again on the door [...]

2-27 When your vehicle was shipped from the factory , it was programmed in Mode 3. The mode to which the vehicle has been programmed may have been changed since it left the factory . T o determine the mode to which your vehicle is programmed or to program your vehicle to a different mode, do the following: 1. Press the LOCK button on the remote keyless entry transmitter . 2. Count the number of chimes you hear . The number of chimes tells you which mode your vehicle is set for . (If you do not wish to change the current mode, you can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle.) 3. Press the LOCK b[...]

2-28 When your vehicle was shipped from the factory , it was programmed in Mode 4. The mode to which the vehicle has been programmed may have been changed since it left the factory . T o determine the mode to which your vehicle is programmed or to program your vehicle to a different mode, do the following: 1. T urn the parking lamps on and off. 2. Count the number of chimes you hear . The number of chimes tells you which mode your vehicle is set for . (If you do not wish to change the current mode, you can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle.) 3. T urn the parking lamps on and off again unt[...]

2-29 Ignition Positions W ith the key in the ignition, you can turn the switch to five different positions. ACC (A): This is the position in which you can operate your electrical power accessories. Push in the ignition switch as you turn the top of it toward you. LOCK (B): This is the only position from which you can remove the key . This locks your steering wheel, ignition and automatic transmission. If you have an automatic transmission, the ignition switch can’t be turned to LOCK unless the shift lever is in P ARK (P). CAUTION: On manual transmission vehicles, turning the key to LOCK will lock the steering column and result in a loss of ability to steer the vehicle. This could cause a c[...]

2-30 OFF (C): This position unlocks the steering wheel, ignition and automatic transmission, but does not send electrical power to any accessories. Use this position if your vehicle must be pushed or towed. A warning tone will sound if you open the driver ’ s door when the ignition is in OFF and the key is in the ignition. RUN (D): This is the position the switch returns to after you start your engine and release the switch. The switch stays in RUN when the engine is running. But even when the engine is not running, you can use RUN to operate your electrical power accessories and to display some instrument panel warning and indicator lights. ST AR T (E): This position starts the engine. Wh[...]

2-31 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) Y our vehicle is equipped with a Retained Accessory Power (RAP). It allows certain features on your vehicle to continue to work up to 10 minutes after the ignition key is turned to OFF . Y our convertible top, power windows, power mirrors and audio system will work when the ignition key is in RUN or ACC. Once the key is turned from RUN to OFF , these features will continue to work for up to 10 minutes or until a door is opened. Y our power door unlock and remote hatch release features will work when the ignition key is in RUN or ACC, or if either door is open. Once the key is turned to OFF , these features will continue to work for up to 10 minutes. If a d[...]

2-32 Starting Y our 3800 Series II V6 Engine 1. W ith your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn your ignition key to ST AR T . When the engine starts, let go of the key . The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm. NOTICE: Holding your key in ST AR T for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner . And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor . W ait about 15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining your battery or damaging your starter . 2. If it doesn’t start within 10 seconds, hold your key in ST AR T for about 10 seconds at a time until your engine starts. W ait about 15 seconds between each try . 3. If your engine still [...]

2-33 Starting Y our 5.7L V8 Engine 1. W ith your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition key to ST AR T . When the engine starts, let go of the key . The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm. NOTICE: Holding your key in ST AR T for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner . And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor . W ait about 15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining your battery or damaging your starter . 2. If it doesn’t start within 10 seconds, push the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor , while you hold the ignition key in ST AR T . When the engine starts, let go of the key and let up on the [...]

2-34 Engine Coolant Heater (Canada Only) In very cold weather , 0 F ( - 18 C) or colder , the engine coolant heater can help. Y ou’ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm - up. Usually , the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle. T o Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1. T urn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. The cord is attached to the outside of the underhood fuse box. 3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 1 10 - volt AC outlet. CAUTION: Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock. Also, the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire. Y [...]

2-35 Automatic T ransmission Operation There are several different positions for your shift lever . P ARK (P): This position locks your rear wheels. It’ s the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can’t move easily . CAUTION: It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P ARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Y our vehicle can roll. Don’t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly . Y ou or others could be injured. T o be sure your vehicle won’t move, even when you’re on fairly level ground, always set your parking brake and [...]

2-36 Ensure the shift lever is fully in P ARK (P) before starting the engine. Y our vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system. Y ou have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from P ARK (P) when the ignition key is in RUN. If you cannot shift out of P ARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever -- push the shift lever all the way into P ARK (P) and also release the shift lever button on floor shift console models as you maintain brake application. Then move the shift lever into the gear you wish. (Press the shift lever button before moving the shift lever on floor shift console models.) See “Shifting Out of P ARK (P)” in the Index. REVERSE (R): Use t[...]

2-37 AUTOMA TIC OVERDRIVE ( ): This position is for normal driving. If you need more power for passing, and you’re: Going less than about 35 mph (55 km/h), push your accelerator pedal about halfway down. Going about 35 mph (55 km/h) or more, push the accelerator all the way down. Y ou’ll shift down to the next gear and have more power . DRIVE (D): This position is also used for normal driving, however , it offers more power and lower fuel economy than AUTOMA TIC OVERDRIVE ( ). Here are some times you might choose DRIVE (D) instead of AUTOMA TIC OVERDRIVE ( ): When driving on hilly , winding roads. When towing a trailer , so there is less shifting between gears. When going down a steep hi[...]

2-38 FIRST (1): This position gives you even more power (but lower fuel economy) than SECOND (2). Y ou can use it on very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud. If the gearshift lever is put in FIRST (1) gear , the transmission won’t shift into first gear until the vehicle is going slow enough. NOTICE: If your rear wheels can’t turn, don’t try to drive. This might happen if you were stuck in very deep sand or mud or were up against a solid object. Y ou could damage your transmission. Also, if you stop when going uphill, don’t hold your vehicle there with only the accelerator pedal. This could overheat and damage the transmission. Use your brakes or shift into P ARK (P) to hold your veh[...]

2-39 Manual T ransmission Operation 5-Speed This is the shift pattern for the five - speed manual transmission. Here’ s how to operate your transmission: FIRST (1): Push the clutch and shift into FIRST (1). Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. Y ou can shift into FIRST (1) when you’re going less than 20 mph (32 km/h). If you’ve come to a complete stop and it’ s hard to shift into FIRST (1), put the shift lever in NEUTRAL and let up on the clutch. Push the clutch pedal back down. Then shift into FIRST (1). SECOND (2): Push the clutch pedal to the floor as you let up on the accelerator pedal and shift into SECOND (2). Then, slowly let up on the cl[...]

2-40 6-Speed This is the shift pattern for the six - speed manual transmission. Here’ s how to operate your transmission: FIRST (1): Push the clutch pedal and shift into FIRST (1). Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. Y ou can shift into FIRST (1) when you’re going less than 20 mph (30 km/h). If you’ve come to a complete stop and it’ s hard to shift into FIRST (1), put the shift lever in NEUTRAL and let up on the clutch. Press the clutch pedal back down. Then shift into FIRST (1). SECOND (2): Press the clutch pedal as you let up on the accelerator pedal and shift into SECOND (2). Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerat[...]

2-41 Shift Speeds CAUTION: If you skip a gear when you downshift, you could lose control of your vehicle. Y ou could injure yourself or others. Don’t shift down more than one gear at a time when you downshift. This chart shows when to shift to the next higher gear for best fuel economy . If your speed drops below 20 mph (32 km/h), or if the engine is not running smoothly , you should downshift to the next lower gear . Y ou may have to downshift two or more gears to keep the engine running smoothly or for good performance. NOTICE: If you skip more than one gear when you downshift, or if you race the engine when you downshift, you can damage the clutch or transmission. Skip Shift Light (5.7L[...]

2-42 This feature helps you to get the best possible fuel economy . It will come on under these conditions: The engine coolant temperature is greater than 170 F (77 C), Y ou are going 15 to 20 mph (24 to 32 km/h) and Y ou are at 35 percent throttle or less. Follow the shift speeds listed below when the SKIP SHIFT light is on. Computer - Aided Manual T ransmission Shift Speeds 1st to 4th @ 15 mph (24 km/h) 4th to 5th @ 25 mph (40 km/h)* 5th to 6th @ 49 mph (64 km/h)** Each time you come to a stop, the engine’ s Powertrain Control Module (PCM) determines when to activate the skip shift upshift system. The skip shift upshift system is bypassed when you accelerate very quickly from a stop. *30[...]

2-43 T o release the parking brake, hold the brake pedal down. Pull the parking brake lever up until you can push in the release button. Hold the release button in as you move the brake lever all the way down. NOTICE: Driving with the parking brake on can cause your parking brakes to overheat. Y ou may have to replace them, and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle. If you are towing a trailer and are parking on any hill, see “T owing a Trailer” in the Index. That section shows what to do first to keep the trailer from moving.[...]

2-44 Shifting Into P ARK (P) (Automatic T ransmission Only) CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P ARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Y our vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly . Y ou or others could be injured. T o be sure your vehicle won’t move, even when you’re on fairly level gr ound, use the steps that follow . If you’re pulling a trailer , see “T owing a T railer” in the Index. 1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake. 2. Move the shift lever into P ARK (P) by holding in the button on the lever and pushing the lever all the way towa[...]

2-45 Leaving Y our V ehicle W ith the Engine Running (Automatic T ransmission Only) CAUTION: It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running. Y our vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in P ARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. And, if you leave the vehicle with the engine running, it could overheat and even catch fire. Y ou or others could be injured. Don’t leave your vehicle with the engine running unless you have to. If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running, be sure your vehicle is in P ARK (P) and your parking brake is firmly set before you leave it. After you’ve moved the shift lever into P ARK (P), hold the regular brak[...]

2-46 Shifting Out of P ARK (P) (Automatic T ransmission Only) Y our vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system. Y ou have to fully apply your regular brake before you can shift from P ARK (P) when the ignition is in RUN. See “Automatic T ransmission Operation” in the Index. If you cannot shift out of P ARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever -- push the shift lever all the way into P ARK (P) and release the shift lever button as you maintain brake application. Then press the shift lever button and move the shift lever into the gear you wish. If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can’t shift out of P ARK (P), try this: 1. T urn the ignition key to OFF . [...]

2-47 Parking Over Things That Burn CAUTION: Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Don’t 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 can’t see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. Y ou might have exhaust coming in if: Y our exhaust system sounds strange or different. Y our vehicle gets rusty underneath. Y our vehicle was damaged in a collision. Y our vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris. Repairs wer en’t done corr ectly . Y our vehicle or exhaust system had been mo[...]

2-48 Running Y our Engine While Y ou’re Parked (Automatic T ransmission) It’ s 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.” Also, idling in a closed - in place can let deadly carbon monoxide (CO) into your vehicle even if the fan switch is at the highest setting. One place this can happen is a garage. Exhaust -- with CO -- can come in easily . NEVER park in a garage with the engine running. Another closed - in place can be a blizzard. See “Blizzard” in the Index. CAUTI[...]

2-49 Limited - Slip Rear Axle If your vehicle has this feature, your limited - slip rear axle can give you additional traction on snow , mud, ice, sand or gravel. It works like a standard axle most of the time, but when one of the rear wheels has no traction and the other does, this feature will allow the wheel with traction to move the vehicle. Horn T o sound the horn, press either horn symbol on your steering wheel. If your horn sounds two or three chirps when unlocking your vehicle with the remote keyless entry transmitter (option), the alarm was triggered while you were away . Check the vehicle before entering. Tilt Wheel A tilt wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you dr[...]

2-50 T urn Signal/Multifunction Lever The lever located on the left side of the steering column includes the following: T urn Signal and Lane Change Indicator Headlamp High/Low - Beam Changer W indshield W ipers W indshield W asher Cruise Control (Option)[...]

2-51 T urn Signal and Lane Change Indicator 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. T o signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down. When the turn is finished, the lever will return automatically . An arrow on the instrument panel cluster will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change. T o signal a lane change, just raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash. Hold it there until you complete your lane change. The lever will return by itself when you release it. As you signal a turn or a lane change, if the arrows don’t flash but just stay on as you signal a [...]

2-52 Windshield W ipers Y ou can control the windshield wipers by turning the band with the wiper symbol on it, located on the turn signal/multifunction lever . For a single wiping cycle, turn the band to MIST . Hold it there until the wipers start, then let go. The wipers will stop after one cycle. If you want more cycles, hold the band on MIST longer . Y ou can set the wiper speed for a long or short delay between wipes. This can be very useful in light rain or snow . Turn the band to choose the delay time. The closer to LO, the shorter the delay . For steady wiping at low speed, turn the band away from you to the LO position. For high - speed wiping, turn the band further , to HI. T o sto[...]

2-53 Cruise Control (Option) W ith cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator . This can really help on long trips. Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph (40 km/h). When you apply your brakes or push the clutch pedal (manual transmission) the cruise control shuts off. CAUTION: Cruise contr ol can be danger ous where you can’t drive safely at a steady speed. So, don’t use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic. Cruise contr ol can be danger ous on slippery roads. On such r oads, fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning, and you could lose control. Don?[...]

2-54 Setting Cruise Control CAUTION: If you leave your cruise control switch on when you’re not using cruise, you might hit a button and go into cruise when you don’t want to. Y ou could be startled and even lose control. Keep the cruise contr ol switch off until you want to use cruise control. 1. Move the cruise control switch to ON. 2. Get up to the speed you want. 3. Push in the SET button at the end of the lever and release it. 4. T ake your foot off the accelerator pedal. Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then apply the brake or clutch pedal. This, of course, shuts off the cruise control. But you don’t need to reset it. Once you’re g[...]

2-55 Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to reduce your speed while using cruise control: Push in the set button at the end of the lever until you reach the lower speed you want, then release it. T o slow down in very small amounts, briefly push the button. Each time you do this, you’ll go about 1 mph (1.6 km/h) slower . Passing Another V ehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed. When you take your foot off the pedal, your vehicle will slow down to the cruise control speed you set earlier . Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed, load and the steepness of the hi[...]

2-56 Exterior Lamps The main lamp control operates the following lamps: Headlamps T aillamps Parking Lamps License Lamps Sidemarker Lamps Instrument Panel Lights T urn the knob to this position to turn on your parking lamps and other operating lamps without your headlamps. T urn the knob to this position to turn on your headlamps and other operating lamps. T urn the knob to this position to turn off all the lamps. Headlamps on Reminder If you turn the ignition to OFF and leave the lamps on, you will hear a chime, lasting up to five seconds. If the lamps are still on when you open the driver ’ s door , the chime will sound again. Daytime Running Lamps / Automatic Headlamp Control (If Equipp[...]

2-57 A light sensor on top of the instrument panel automatically turns the headlamps on, so be sure it isn’t covered. The DRL will not activate if the parking brake is engaged prior to turning the ignition on. The DRL system will make your front turn signal lamps come on when: The ignition is on, the headlamp switch is off, the parking brake is released, and it is bright enough outside. When the DRL are on, only your front turn signal lamps will be on. The taillamps, sidemarker and other lamps won’t be on. Y our instrument panel won’t be lit up either . When you use your turn signals, the front turn signal and the taillamp on the desired side will flash. When it’ s dark enough outsid[...]

2-58 If your vehicle has the content theft - deterrent/alarm system and your fog lamp switch is on, the fog lamps may flash along with the parking lamps to indicate operation of the content theft - deterrent/alarm system. See “Content Theft - Deterrent/Alarm System” in the Index. Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Brightness Control The thumbwheel controls the brightness of your instrument panel lights. Move the thumbwheel up or down to brighten or dim the lights. If you move the thumbwheel all the way up, your courtesy lamps will come on. Courtesy Lamps When either door is opened, several interior lamps go on. These lamps are courtesy lamps. They make it easier for you to enter and leave y[...]

2-59 Delayed Illumination W ith delayed illumination, the courtesy lamps will come on and stay on for 25 seconds after you enter the vehicle and close the door . They will also stay on for five seconds after you exit the vehicle and close the doors. Delayed illumination will be shortened if the ignition is turned to RUN or if the power locks are activated. T o turn this feature on or off, see “Feature Customization” in the Index. Exit Lighting W ith exit lighting, the interior lamps will come on when you remove the key from the ignition to help you see while exiting the vehicle. T o turn this feature on or off, see “Feature Customization” in the Index. Front Map Lamps Y our inside re[...]

2-60 Power Remote Control Mirrors (If Equipped) The power mirror control is located on the driver ’ s door . T o adjust either mirror , turn the selector switch to L (left) or R (right). Then push the control in the direction you want the mirror to go. Convex Outside Mirror Y our passenger ’ s side mirror is convex. A convex mirror ’ s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver ’ s seat. CAUTION: A convex mirror can make things (like other vehicles) look farther away than they really ar e. 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 befor e changing lanes.[...]

2-61 Storage Compartments Glove Box T o open the glove box, lift up on the lever . Use your door key to lock or unlock it. Front Console T o use the storage area, push in the button located on the driver ’ s side of the console and pull up on the console cover . Cassette and Compact Disc Storage Y ou have a storage area for cassette tapes and compact discs in your console. Cargo Cover Using the Cargo Cover The cargo cover can be closed for hidden storage in the rear area of your vehicle. It can also help reduce noise in the vehicle when placed in the upright position, closing out the rear area. When carrying large or heavy items, it is a good idea to open the cover and place the items in t[...]

2-62 Removing the Cargo Cover 1. Close the cover . If the car go cover is not closed and resting on the trim panel, it cannot be removed. 2. Pull the cover toward you to unsnap it. Then slide the cargo cover along the groove in the trim panel. Reverse the steps to install the cover . CAUTION: An improperly stor ed cargo cover could be thrown about the vehicle during a collision or sudden maneuver . Y ou or others could be injured. If you r emove the cover , always store it outside your vehicle. When you put it back, always be sur e that it is securely reattached.[...]

2-63 Ashtray and Cigarette Lighter Lift up the cover to open the ashtray . T o remove it, lift up on the right side of the ashtray . If you have an automatic transmission, the ashtray is near the front of the console. If you have a manual transmission, the ashtray is near the cupholder . NOTICE: Don’t put papers and other things that burn into your ashtrays. If you do, cigarettes or other smoking materials could set them on fire, causing damage. T o use the lighter, push it in all the way and let go. When it’ s ready , it will pop back out by itself. NOTICE: Don’t hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand while it is heating. If you do, it won’t be able to back away from the heating[...]

2-64 Accessory Power Outlet The accessory power outlet is located behind a closed cover in front of the parking brake on the console. The plug can be used to connect electrical equipment such as a cellular phone or CB radio. Be sure to follow the installation instructions included with the equipment. NOTICE: When using the accessory power outlet: The maximum load of any electrical equipment should not exceed three amps. Be sur e to turn off any electrical equipment when not in use. Leaving electrical equipment on for extended periods can drain your battery . W e recommend that you see a qualified technician or your dealer for the proper installation of your equipment. Certain accessory power[...]

2-65 T - T op Roof Panels (Option) Removing the T -T op Roof Panels CAUTION: Don’t try to remove the T - top panel while the vehicle is moving. T rying to remove a T - top panel while the vehicle is moving could cause an accident. The panel could fall into the vehicle and cause you to lose control, or it could fly off and strike another vehicle. Y ou or others could be injured. Remove the T - top panel only when the vehicle is parked. 1. The door key unlocks the T - top panels. The lock is located over each door window . T urn the key counterclockwise to unlock the panel.[...]

2-66 2. Then pull on the release handle to unlatch the panel. 3. Lift the outer edge of the panel and pull it toward you. Then carry the panel to the rear of the vehicle for storage. Storing the T -T op Roof Panels CAUTION: If the T - top panel is not stored pr operly , it could be thrown about the vehicle in a crash or sudden maneuver . People in the vehicle could be injured. Whenever you store the T - top panel in the vehicle, always be sur e that it is stored secur ely in the proper storage slot at the r ear of the vehicle. 1. Open the cargo cover completely .[...]

2-67 2. Place the panel in the correct slot (DRIVER or P ASSENGER) in the rear area of your vehicle. Make sure the handle is open and facing you when you put it in the storage slot. 3. Push the handle down to close and secure the panel in the slot. T o lock each panel in the storage area, use your door key .[...]

2-68 Installing the T -T op Roof Panels CAUTION: An improperly attached r oof panel may fall into or fly off the vehicle. Y ou or others could be injured. After installing the r oof panel, always check that it is firmly attached by pushing up on the underside of the panel. Check now and then to be sure the r oof panel is firmly in place. 1. When installing the panels on the roof, keep the outboard edge of the panel raised about 3 inches (8 cm) above the roof while placing the inboard edge of the panel under the center of the roof.[...]

2-69 2. After the inboard edge of the panel is in position under the center roof rail, lower the outboard edge of the panel into position, close the latch and lock the T - top. NOTICE: Do not attempt to install the panels by sliding them horizontally toward the center roof rail. Doing so may cause the weatherstrips to be aligned improperly , which may result in leaks and possible damage to the weatherstrips. NOTICE: High pressur e car washes may cause water to enter your vehicle. Never spray water directly at the roof panel joints. This will cause leaks.[...]

2-70 T -T op Sunshades T o install the T - top sunshades: 1. Start with the panel marked DRIVER FRONT . Unlatch the driver ’ s side T - top, raise it halfway and close the latch handle. 2. W ith the top raised and resting on the center roof rail, slide the flat edge of the sunshade panel (with the vinyl side to the glass) between the glass and plastic trim, making sure the edge marked DRIVER FRONT is pointing to the front of the vehicle. 3. Open the latch and close the T - top. Check to see if there are any gaps showing. Unlatch the T - top and adjust the sunshade as required. 4. Once the sunshade is installed properly , you can stick the V elcro buttons on the glass for a proper fit every[...]

2-71 5. Pull the sunshade back a little and remove the backing paper from the V elcro buttons. Push the sunshade back into place, sticking the V elcro to the glass. 6. Install the T - top, close the latch and lock the T - top. Repeat the previous steps for the passenger side sunshade. Y ou can store the sunshades two different ways: When the T - tops are in use, store the sunshades in their storage area in the rear of the vehicle. Make sure the cargo cover is in its closed, upright position. When you have the T - tops off and in their storage slots, store the sunshades on the T - tops, in their installed position.[...]

2-72 Convertible T op (If Equipped) The following procedures explain the proper operation of your convertible top. Lowering Y our Convertible T op NOTICE: Don’t leave your convertible out with the top down for any long periods of time. The sun and the rain can damage your seat material and other things inside your vehicle. 1. It is recommended that you park on a level surface. Set the parking brake firmly . Shift an automatic transmission into P ARK (P) or a manual transmission into REVERSE (R). 2. T urn the ignition to ACC or RUN. 3. Lower both sun visors. NOTICE: It is not recommended that you raise or lower the top while the vehicle is moving. NOTICE: Don’t lower the top if it is damp[...]

2-73 4. Unlock the front of the convertible top by pushing on the smaller part of the latch, then pulling down on the larger part of the latch. Be sure the hook on the latch that attaches into the hole at the windshield releases. 5. Make sure there is nothing or anyone on or around the top. Push and hold the down arrow on the lower part of the convertible TOP switch. The switch is located next to your cigarette lighter . The top will automatically lower into the storage area.[...]

2-74 Installing the Boot Cover After lowering the convertible top, you’ll want to install the boot cover . The three - piece boot cover is stored in a bag in the hatch area. 1. Flip the two convertible top latches to the closed position. 2. Open the hatch and remove the two side covers and the middle section from the storage bag. 3. Install the two side covers by inserting the tab into the front seatbelt cover . Lower the covers onto the vehicle. 4. Install the middle section of the cover by sliding the tabs into the slots on the right side cover . Lower the cover and insert the latch. 5. Close the hatch.[...]

2-75 Removing Y our Boot Cover 1. Open the hatch. 2. Remove the middle piece of the cover by pushing in on the latch and lifting up on the cover . 3. Remove the two side pieces of the boot cover by lifting the rear cover and sliding them out of their slots.[...]

2-76 4. Store each piece of the cover in its separate compartment according to the graphic printed inside of the storage bag. Store the bag in the hatch and close the hatch. 5. Disengage the two convertible top latches.[...]

2-77 Raising Y our Convertible T op 1. Park on a level surface and set the parking brake firmly . If you have an automatic transmission, shift into P ARK (P). If you have a manual transmission, shift into REVERSE (R). 2. T urn the ignition to ACC or RUN (or RAP must be active). 3. Then lower both sun visors and lower both windows at least 3 inches (8 cm). If the boot cover is in place, it must be removed first. NOTICE: It is not recommended that you raise or lower the top while the vehicle is moving. 4. Push and hold the up arrow on the top part of the convertible TOP switch.[...]

2-78 5. Pull down on the latches and align the hooks with the holes. Push forward on the larger part of the latch until it clicks. Do not force the latch. If it is hard to lock, the top is not properly aligned. NOTICE: The convertible top may be tight when pushing forward on the latch when your vehicle is new , but it will loosen up with time. Make sure that the hooks are pr operly aligned before using any kind of force. If your vehicle has a power loss, such as a dead battery , you can still raise the top manually by turning the valve in the driver ’ s side of the hatch.[...]

2-79 1. Open the hatch and find the tab located along the driver ’ s side trim panel. 2. Lift up the tab and turn the valve counterclockwise to release the hydraulic pressure. 3. T urn the ignition key to LOCK. Y ou can now raise or lower your top manually . Be sure to close the valve after installing your top so you can raise or lower it electrically later .[...]

2-80 The Instrument Panel -- Y our Information System[...]

2-81 The main components of your instrument panel are the following: A. Air V ents B. Main Lamp Control C. Instrument Panel Cluster D. Horn E. Fog Lamp Switch (Option) F . Acceleration Slip Regulation (ASR) Button or Second - Gear Start Button (V6 Automatic without ASR) (Option) G. Audio System H. Comfort Control System I. Glove Box J. Remote Hatch Release (If Equipped) K. Audio Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped) L. Rear Window Defogger Button M. Convertible T op Switch (If Equipped) N. Ashtray O. Shift Lever (Automatic T ransmission Shown) P . Cupholders Q. Storage Console R. Parking Brake Lever S. Cigarette Lighter T . Accessory Power Outlet[...]

2-82 Instrument Panel Cluster Y our instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. Y ou’ll know how fast you’re going, your engine’ s rpms, about how much fuel you have left and many other things you’ll need to know to drive safely and economically . 5.7L V8 Engine shown, 3800 V6 Engine similar (United States shown, Canada similar)[...]

2-83 Speedometer and Odometer Y our speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Y our odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the United States) or kilometers (used in Canada). Y ou may wonder what happens if your vehicle needs a new odometer installed. If possible, the new one has to be set to the same reading the old one had. If it can’t be, then it’ s set at zero, but a label on the driver ’ s door must show the old reading and when the new one was installed. T rip Odometer The trip odometer can tell you how far your car has been driven since you last set the trip odometer to zero. T o set the[...]

2-84 T achometer The tachometer displays the engine speed in thousands of revolutions per minute (rpm). NOTICE: Do not operate the engine with the tachometer in the red ar ea, or engine damage may occur . W arning Lights, Gages and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you locate them. W arning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to your warning lights and gages could also save you or others from injury . W arning lights come on when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’ s functions. As you [...]

2-85 Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG or the air bag symbol. The system checks the air bag’ s electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the air bag modules, the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module. For more information on the air bag system, see “Air Bag” in the Index. United States Canada This light will come on when you start your vehicle, and it will flash for a few seconds. Then the light should go out. This means the system is ready . If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you[...]

2-86 V oltmeter Y ou can read the battery voltage on your voltmeter . If it reads less than 1 1 volts or more than 16 volts while your engine is running, and it stays there, you may have a problem with the electrical charging system. Have it checked right away . Driving with the voltmeter reading in a warning zone could drain your battery . If you idle your engine for a while, the voltmeter reading might move into the low voltage zone (indicated by red dots). If the reading stays in the low voltage zone while you are driving, you may have a problem with the electrical charging system. Have it checked. While the voltmeter reads in the low voltage zone, your battery may not be able to power ce[...]

2-87 If the light comes on while you are driving, pull off the road and stop carefully . Y ou 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 “T owing Y our V ehicle” in the Index. CAUTION: Y our 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. If the light is still on after you’ve pulled off the road and stopped car efully , have the vehicle towed for service. When the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will also come on when you set you[...]

2-88 ASR (Acceleration Slip Regulation) System W arning Light (Option) This warning light should come on briefly as you start the engine. If the warning light doesn’t come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there’ s a problem. If it stays on, or comes on when you’re driving, there may be a problem with your ASR system and your vehicle may need service. When this warning light is on, the system will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your driving accordingly . The ASR system warning light will come on if you turn the system off by pressing the ASR button located on the console and the warning light will come on and stay on. T o turn the system back on, press the button [...]

2-89 Engine Coolant T emperature Gage This gage shows the engine coolant temperature. If the gage pointer moves into the red area, your engine is approaching an overheating condition. If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions, you should pull off the road, stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible. See “Engine Overheating” in the Index. Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light in the United States or Check Engine Light in Canada) United States Canada Y our vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel, ignition and emission control systems. This system is called OBD II (On - Board Diagnostics - Seco[...]

2-90 NOTICE: If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on, after a while, your emission controls may not work as well, your fuel economy may not be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly . This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty . NOTICE: Modifications made to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake or fuel system of your vehicle or the replacement of the original tir es with other than those of the same Tir e Performance Criteria (TPC) can affect your vehicle’ s emission controls and may cause the SER VICE ENGINE SOON or CHECK ENGINE light to come on. Modifications to these systems could lead to costly repairs not cover ed by your warra[...]

2-91 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. T urn the key off, wait at least 10 seconds and restart the engine. If the light remains on steady , see “If the Light Is On Steady” following. If the light is still flashing, follow the previous steps, and drive the vehicle to your dealer or qualified service center for service. If the Light Is On Steady Y ou may 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, m[...]

2-92 Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state/provincial and local governments have or may begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle. Failure to pass this inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle registration. Here are some things you need to know in order to help your vehicle pass an inspection: Y our vehicle will not pass this inspection if the SER VICE ENGINE SOON or CHECK ENGINE light is on or not working properly . Y our vehicle will not pass this inspection if the OBD (on - board diagnostic) system determines that critical emission control systems have not been completely diagnosed by the system. The vehicle would be considered [...]

2-93 Readings in the red area tell you that the engine is low on oil, or that you might have some other oil problem. See “Engine Oil” in the Index. CAUTION: Don’t keep driving if the oil pressur e is low . If you do, your engine can become so hot that it catches fire. Y ou or others could be burned. Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced. NOTICE: Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can be costly and is not cover ed by your warranty . Low Oil Light This warning light should come on briefly while you are starting your engine. If the light doesn’t come on, have it repaired. If the light stays on after starting your engine, your engine oil level m[...]

2-94 Oil Change Light This OIL CHANGE light should come on briefly as a bulb check when you start the engine. If the OIL CHANGE light doesn’t come on, have it serviced. If the OIL CHANGE light comes on and stays on for 60 seconds after you start the engine, have the oil changed. For additional information, see “Engine Oil, When to Change” in the Index. After changing the engine oil, the system must be reset. See “How to Reset the Oil Change Light” in the Index. Service V ehicle Light This warning light should come on in your instrument panel cluster for a three - second bulb check when you first start your vehicle. If the light doesn’t come on, have it serviced. This light will s[...]

2-95 Check Gages Light This warning light will come on briefly when you start the engine. If the light comes on and stays on while you are driving, check your gages to see if they are in the warning areas. Hatch Ajar Light This warning light should come on in your instrument panel cluster for a three - second bulb check when you first start your vehicle. If the light doesn’t come on, have it serviced. This light will stay on steady if your hatch is open or ajar and the ignition key is in RUN. Fuel Gage Y our fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have left when the ignition is on. When the indicator nears E (empty), you still have a little fuel left, but you should get more soon.[...]

2-96 Here are four things that some owners ask about. All these things are normal and do not indicate that anything is wrong with the fuel gage. At the gas station, the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads F (full). It takes more (or less) fuel to fill up than the gage reads. For example, the gage reads half full, but it took more (or less) than half of the tank’ s capacity to fill it. The gage pointer may move while cornering, braking or speeding up. The gage may not indicate E (empty) when the ignition is turned off. Low Fuel Light If your fuel is low , your vehicle’ s CHECK GAGES light on your instrument panel cluster will come on. See “Check Gages Light” in the Index. Reduced[...]

3- 3-1 Section 3 Comfort Contr ols and Audio Systems In this section, you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your vehicle. Be sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle. 3 - 2 Comfort Controls 3 - 3 Cooling 3 - 3 Heating 3 - 4 Defogging and Defrosting 3 - 4 Rear W indow Defogger (Option) 3 - 5 V entilation System 3 - 6 Audio Systems 3 - 6 Setting the Clock for Systems without Automatic T one Control 3 - 6 Setting the Clock for Systems with Automatic T one Control 3 - 6A M - FM Stereo with Cassette T ape Player 3 - 9 Monsoon AM - FM Stereo with Cassette T ape Player and Automatic T one Control (If Equipped) 3 - 15 Monsoon [...]

3-2 Comfort Controls W ith this system you can control the heating, air conditioning and ventilation in your vehicle. Y our vehicle also has the flow - through ventilation system described later in this section. Fan Knob : T urn this knob to select the force of air you want. T emperature Knob T urn the knob to change the temperature of the air flowing from the system. T urn it toward the red area (clockwise) for warmer air and toward the blue area (counterclockwise) for cooler air . Air Knob OFF: In this setting the system is off. MAX: This setting provides maximum cooling for quick cool - down on very hot days. It recirculates most of the air inside your vehicle. If it is used for long peri[...]

3-3 BI - LEVEL: This setting directs air through the upper air vents and the heater ducts. VENT : This setting directs air through the upper air vents. HEA TER: This setting directs most of the air through the heater ducts and some of the air through the windshield defroster vents. BLEND: This setting directs air through the windshield defroster vents and the heater ducts. DEFROST : This setting directs most of the air through the windshield defroster vents and some of the air through the heater ducts. Cooling The air conditioner works best if you keep your windows closed. On very hot days, open the windows just long enough for the hot air to escape. 1. T urn the air knob to A/C for normal c[...]

3-4 Defogging and Defrosting 1. T urn the air knob to DEFROST . 2. T urn the temperature knob to the desired setting. 3. T urn the fan knob to the desired speed. The side window defogging works equally as well in the heater , blend and defrost modes. Rear W indow Defogger (Option) The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window . Press the button to turn on the defogger . An indicator light will come on to remind you that the defogger is on. The defogger will turn off automatically after about 10 minutes of use. If you turn it on again, the defogger will operate for about five minutes only . Y ou can also turn the defogger off by pressing the button again. The[...]

3-5 V entilation System Adjust the direction of airflow by moving the vents. Y our vehicle’ s flow - through ventilation system supplies outside air into the vehicle when it is moving. Outside air will also enter the vehicle when the blower fan is running. For mild outside temperatures when little heating or cooling is needed, you can still direct outside air through your vehicle. 1. T urn the air knob to VENT . 2. T urn the temperature knob to a comfortable setting. 3. T urn the fan knob to the desired speed. V entilation Tips Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice, snow or any other obstruction (such as leaves). The heater and defroster will work far better , reducing the chance o[...]

3-6 Audio Systems Y our audio system has been designed to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure. Y ou will get the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it first. Find out what your audio system can do and how to operate all its controls, to be sure you’re getting the most out of the advanced engineering that went into it. If you have power door locks, your vehicle has a feature called Retained Accessory Power (RAP). W ith RAP , you can play your audio system even after the ignition is off. See “Retained Accessory Power” in the Index. Setting the Clock for Systems without Automatic T one Control Press SET . SET will appear on the display for five seconds.[...]

3-7 Finding a Station AM - FM: Press the lower knob to switch between AM, FM1 and FM2. The display shows your selection. TUNE: T urn the lower knob to choose radio stations. SEEK: Press the right or left arrow to go to the next higher or lower station and stay there. PUSHBUTT ONS: The four numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. Y ou can set up to 21 stations (seven AM, seven FM1, and seven FM2 ) by performing the following steps: 1. T urn the radio on. 2. Press AM - FM to select the band. 3. T une in the desired station. 4. Press SET . (SET will appear on the display .) 5. Press one of the four numbered buttons, within five seconds. Whenever you press that numbered bu[...]

3-8 Setting the T one BASS: Slide the lever up or down to increase or decrease bass. TREB: Slide the lever up or down to increase or decrease treble. If a station is weak or noisy , you may want to decrease the treble. Adjusting the Speakers BAL: T urn the control behind the upper knob to move the sound to the left or right speakers. The middle position balances the sound between the speakers. F ADE: T urn the control behind the lower knob to move the sound to the front or rear speakers. The middle position balances the sound between the speakers. Playing a Cassette T ape Y our tape player is built to work best with tapes that are up to 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. T apes longer than [...]

3-9 CD Adapter Kits It is possible to use a portable CD player adapter kit with your cassette tape player after activating the bypass feature on your tape player . T o activate the bypass feature, use the following steps: 1. T urn the ignition to RUN or ACC. 2. T urn the radio on. 3. Insert the adapter into the cassette slot. 4. W ithin five seconds, press and hold the REV and FWD buttons at the same time for three seconds. The tape symbol on the display will flash, showing that the broken tape detection feature is no longer active. This override routine will remain active until EJECT is pressed. Monsoon AM-FM Stereo with Cassette T ape Player and Automatic T one Control (If Equipped) Includ[...]

3-10 Playing the Radio PWR VOL: Press this knob to turn the system on and off. T o increase volume, turn the knob clockwise. T urn it counterclockwise to decrease volume. The knob is capable of turning continuously . RECALL: Press this button to recall the station being played. If you press the button when the ignition is off, the clock will show for a few seconds. SCV : Y our system has a feature called Speed - Compensated V olume (SCV). With SCV , your audio system adjusts automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive. Set the volume at the desired level. T urn the control ring behind the upper knob clockwise to adjust the SCV . Then, as you drive, SCV automatically increas[...]

3-1 1 5. Press and hold one of the six numbered buttons. The sound will mute. When it returns, release the button. Whenever you press that numbered button, the station you set will return and the AUTO T ONE equalization that you selected will also be automatically selected for that button. 6. Repeat the steps for each pushbutton. P .SCAN: Press this button to listen to each of your favorite stations stored on your pushbuttons for a few seconds. The radio will scan through each of the stations stored on your pushbuttons, except those stations with weak reception. The AUTO T ONE setting stored for that pushbutton will be automatically chosen. Press P .SCAN or one of the pushbuttons again to st[...]

3-12 AUT O T ONE: This feature allows you to choose preset bass and treble equalization settings designed for country/western, classical, news, rock, pop and jazz stations. C/W will appear on the display when you first press AUTO TONE. Each time you press it, another setting will appear on the display . Press it again after JAZZ appears and the AUTO TONE display will go blank. T one control will return to the BASS and TREB knobs. Also, if you use the BASS and TREB knobs, control will return to them and the AUTO TONE display will go blank. Use PUSHBUTTONS and AUTO TONE button to program AUTO TONE for station presets. Adjusting the Speakers BAL: Press this knob lightly so it extends. T urn the[...]

3-13 PREV (1): Press this button or the left SEEK arrow to go to the previous selection on the tape if the current selection has been playing for less than eight seconds. If the PREV button is pressed and the current selection has been playing for more than eight seconds, it will go to the beginning of the current selection. Y our tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for PREV or SEEK to work. The tape direction arrow blinks during PREV or SEEK operation. The sound will mute during PREV or SEEK operation. Press this button or one of the SEEK arrows again to return to normal play . PROG (2): Press this button to play the other side of the tape. NEXT (3): Pres[...]

3-14 EJECT : Press this button to remove the tape. The radio will play . EJECT may be activated with either the ignition or radio off. Cassettes may be loaded with the radio off if this button is pressed first. If you leave a cassette tape in the player while listening to the radio, it may become warm. CLN: If this message appears on the display , the cassette tape player needs to be cleaned. It will still play tapes, but you should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to the tapes and player . See “Care of Y our Cassette T ape Player” in the Index. After you clean the player , press and hold EJECT for five seconds to reset the CLN indicator . The radio will display --- to show[...]

3-15 Monsoon AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and Automatic T one Control (If Equipped) Included with the Monsoon AM - FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and Automatic T one Control are eight high performance speakers and an eight channel amplifier . See your dealer for details. Playing the Radio PWR - V OL: Press this knob to turn the system on and off. T o increase volume, turn the knob clockwise. T urn it counterclockwise to decrease volume. The knob is capable of turning continuously . RECALL: Press this button to recall the station being played. If you press the button when the ignition is off, the clock will show for a few seconds. SCV : Y our system has a feature called Speed - C[...]

3-16 SCAN: Press one of the SEEK arrows for two seconds, and SCAN will appear on the display . Use SCAN to listen to stations for a few seconds. The radio will go to a station, stop for a few seconds, then go on to the next station. Press SEEK again to stop scanning. The sound will mute while scanning. PUSHBUTT ONS: The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. Y ou can set up to 18 stations (six AM, six FM1 and six FM2) by performing the following steps: 1. T urn the radio on. 2. Press AM FM to select the band. 3. T une in the desired station. 4. Press AUTO T ONE to select the equalization that best suits the type of station selected. 5. Press and hold one of the si[...]

3-17 Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you’re not using them. AUTO T ONE: This feature allows you to choose preset bass and treble equalization settings designed for country/western, classical, news, rock, pop and jazz stations. C/W will appear on the display when you first press AUTO TONE. Each time you press it, another setting will appear on the display . Press it again after JAZZ appears and the AUTO TONE display will go blank. T one control will return to the BASS and TREB knobs. Also, if you use the BASS and TREB knobs, control will return to them and the AUTO TONE display will go blank. Use PUSHBUTTONS and AUTO TONE button to program AUTO TONE for station preset[...]

3-18 PREV (1): Press this button or the left SEEK arrow to go to the previous track if the current selection has been playing for less than eight seconds. If the PREV button is pressed and the current selection has been playing for more than eight seconds, it will go to the beginning of the current selection. If you hold the button or press it more than once, the player will continue moving back through the disc. The sound will mute while seeking. RDM (2): Press this button to hear the tracks in random, rather than sequential, order . RANDOM will show on the display . Press RDM again to turn off random play . RDM is reset to off when the disc is ejected. NEXT (3): Press this button or the ri[...]

3-19 T runk-Mounted CD Changer (If Equipped) If your vehicle has a compact disc changer , you can play up to 12 discs continuously . Normal size discs may be played using the trays supplied in the magazine. The small discs (8 cm) can be played only with specially designed trays. NOTICE: Place large objects in the trunk appropriately so that they will not come into contact with the CD changer . Y ou must first load the magazine with discs before you can play a compact disc. Each of the 12 trays holds one disc. Press the button on the back of the magazine and pull gently on one of the trays. Load the trays from bottom to top, placing a disc on the tray label side down. If you load a disc label[...]

3-20 Once you have loaded the discs in the magazine, slide open the door of the compact disc (CD) changer . Push the magazine into the changer in the direction of the arrow marked on top of the magazine. Close the door by sliding it all the way to the left. If the door is left partially open, the changer will not operate and an error will occur . When the door is closed, the changer will begin checking for discs in the magazine. This will continue for up to two minutes depending on the number of discs loaded. T o eject the magazine from the player, slide the CD changer door all the way open. The magazine will automatically eject. Remember to keep the door closed whenever possible to keep dir[...]

3-21 Whenever a CD magazine with discs is loaded in the changer , the CD symbol will appear on the radio display . If the CD changer is checking the magazine for CDs, the CD symbol will flash on the display until the changer is ready to play . When a CD begins playing, a disc and track number will be displayed. The disc numbers are listed on the front of the magazine. All of the CD functions are controlled by the radio buttons, except for ejecting the CD magazine. PREV (1): Press this button or the SEEK left arrow to go to the previous track if the current selection has been playing for less than eight seconds. If the PREV button is pressed and the current selection has been playing for more[...]

3-22 SEEK: Press the right arrow to seek to the next selection on the CD. Press the left arrow to search for the previous selection on the CD. The sound will mute while seeking. P .SCAN: If your radio is equipped with a cassette tape player , press this button to hear the tracks in random, rather than sequential, order . RANDOM will appear on the display . Press P .SCAN again to turn off random play . T APE AUX: Press this button if you have a disc loaded in the changer and the radio is turned on, to play a compact disc. Press AM FM to return to the radio when a compact disc is playing. Press T APE AUX to switch between the tape and compact disc if both are loaded. CD AUX: Press this button [...]

3-23 Theft-Deterrent Featur e (If Equipped) THEFTLOCK is designed to discourage theft of your radio. It works by using a secret code to disable all radio functions whenever battery power is removed. The THEFTLOCK feature for the radio may be used or ignored. If ignored, the system plays normally and the radio is not protected by the feature. If THEFTLOCK is activated, your radio will not operate if stolen. When THEFTLOCK is activated, the radio will display LOC to indicate a locked condition anytime battery power has been interrupted. If your battery loses power for any reason, you must unlock the radio with the secret code before it will operate. Activating the Theft - Deterrent Featur e Th[...]

3-24 Unlocking the Theft - Deterr ent Featur e After a Power Loss Enter your secret code as follows; pause no more than 15 seconds between steps: 1. T urn the ignition on. LOC will appear on the display . 2. Press MN and 000 will appear on the display . 3. Press MN again to make the last two digits agree with your code. 4. Press HR to make the first one or two digits agree with your code. 5. Press AM - FM after you have confirmed that the code matches the secret code you have written down. The display will show SEC, indicating the radio is now operable and secure. If you enter the wrong code eight times, INOP will appear on the display . Y ou will have to wait an hour with the ignition on be[...]

3-25 Audio Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped) If your vehicle has this feature, you can control certain radio and compact disc functions using the buttons on your steering wheel. VOLUME: Press the up or down arrow to increase or decrease volume. PLA Y : Press this button to play a cassette tape or compact disc when the radio is playing. MUTE: Press this button to silence the system. Press it again to turn on the sound. SEEK: Press the up arrow to tune to the next radio station and the down arrow to tune to the previous radio station. If a cassette tape or compact disc is playing, the player will advance with the up arrow and reverse with the down arrow . PRESET : Press this button to hear[...]

3-26 Understanding Radio Reception AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, especially at night. The longer range, however , can cause stations to interfere with each other . AM can pick up noise from things like storms and power lines. T ry reducing the treble to reduce this noise if you ever get it. FM Stereo FM stereo will give you the best sound, but FM signals will reach only about 10 to 40 miles (16 to 65 km). T all buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals, causing the sound to come and go. Tips About Y our Audio System Hearing damage from loud noise is almost undetectable until it is too late. Y our hearing can adapt to higher volumes of sound. Sound that seem[...]

3-27 Care of Y our Cassette T ape Player A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause reduced sound quality , ruined cassettes or a damaged mechanism. Cassette tapes should be stored in their cases away from contaminants, direct sunlight and extreme heat. If they aren’t, they may not operate properly or may cause failure of the tape player . Y our tape player should be cleaned regularly after every 50 hours of use. Y our radio may display CLN to indicate that you have used your tape player for 50 hours without resetting the tape clean timer . If this message appears on the display , your cassette tape player needs to be cleaned. It will still play tapes, but you should clean it as[...]

3-28 If your vehicle is equipped with the AM - FM Stereo with Cassette T ape Player and Automatic T one Control: 1. T urn the ignition to RUN or ACC. 2. T urn the radio off. 3. Press and hold the T APE AUX button for five seconds. The tape symbol on the display will flash for two seconds. 4. Insert the scrubbing action cleaning cassette. 5. Eject the cleaning cassette after the manufacturer ’ s recommended cleaning time. When the cleaning cassette has been ejected, the cut tape detection feature is active again. Y ou may also choose a non - scrubbing action, wet - type cleaner which uses a cassette with a fabric belt to clean the tape head. This type of cleaning cassette will not eject on [...]

4- 4-1 Section 4 Y our Driving and the Road Here you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions. W e’ve also included many other useful tips on driving. 4 - 2 Defensive Driving 4 - 3 Drunken Driving 4 - 6 Control of a V ehicle 4 - 6 Braking 4 - 9 ASR (Acceleration Slip Regulation) System (Option) 4 - 1 1 Steering 4 - 13 Off - Road Recovery 4 - 13 Passing 4 - 15 Loss of Control 4 - 16 Driving at Night 4 - 17 Driving in Rain and on W et Roads 4 - 20 City Driving 4 - 21 Freeway Driving 4 - 22 Before Leaving on a Long T rip 4 - 23 Highway Hypnosis 4 - 24 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 - 25 W inter Driving 4 - 29 Recreational V ehicle T owing 4 [...]

4-2 Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively . Please start with a very important safety device in your vehicle: Buckle up. See “Safety Belts” in the Index. Defensive driving really means “be ready for anything.” On city streets, rural roads or freeways, it means “always expect the unexpected.” Assume that pedestrians or other drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes. Anticipate what they might do. Be ready for their mistakes. Rear - end collisions are about the most preventable of accidents. Y et they are common. Allow enough following distance. It’ s the best defensive driving maneuver , in both city and rural driving. Y [...]

4-3 Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy . It’ s the number one contributor to the highway death toll, claiming thousands of victims every year . Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle: Judgment Muscular Coordination V ision Attentiveness. Police records show that almost half of all motor vehicle - related deaths involve alcohol. In most cases, these deaths are the result of someone who was drinking and driving. In recent years, about 16,000 annual motor vehicle - related deaths have been associated with the use of alcohol, with more than 300,000 people injured. Many adults -- by some estimates, nearly half th[...]

4-4 It’ s the amount of alcohol that counts. For example, if the same person drank three double martinis (3 ounces or 90 ml of liquor each) within an hour , the person’ s BAC would be close to 0.12 percent. A person who consumes food just before or during drinking will have a somewhat lower BAC level. There is a gender difference, too. W omen generally have a lower relative percentage of body water than men. Since alcohol is carried in body water , this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight when each has the same number of drinks. The law in many U.S. states sets the legal limit at a BAC of 0.10 percent. In a growing number of U.S. [...]

4-5 The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol in one drink. No amount of coffee or number of cold showers will speed that up. “I’ll be careful” isn’t the right answer . What if there’ s an emergency , a need to take sudden action, as when a child darts into the street? A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collision. There’ s something else about drinking and driving that many people don’t know . Medical research shows that alcohol in a person’ s system can make crash injuries worse, especially injuries to the brain, spinal cord or heart. This means that when anyone who has been drinking -- driver or passenger[...]

4-6 Control of a V ehicle Y ou have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering and the accelerator . All three systems have to do their work at the places where the tires meet the road. Sometimes, as when you’re driving on snow or ice, it’ s easy to ask more of those control systems than the tires and road can provide. That means you can lose control of your vehicle. Also see “ASR System” in the Index. Braking Braking action involves per ception time and r eaction time. First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal. That’ s per ception time. Then you have to bring up your foot and do it. That’ s r eaction time. A vera[...]

4-7 A void needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts -- heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking -- rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is a mistake. Y our brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops. Y our brakes will wear out much faster if you do a lot of heavy braking. If you keep pace with the traffic and allow realistic following distances, you will eliminate a lot of unnecessary braking. That means better braking and longer brake life. If your engine ever stops while you’re driving, brake normally but don’t pump your brakes. If you do, the pedal may get harder to push down. If your engine stops, you will still have some power brake assist. But you wil[...]

4-8 Here’ s how anti - lock works. Let’ s say the road is wet. Y ou’re driving safely . Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you. Y ou slam on the brakes and continue braking. Here’ s what happens with ABS. A computer senses that wheels are slowing down. If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling, the computer will separately work the brakes at each wheel (with V8 engine) or at each front wheel and at both rear wheels (with V6 engine). The anti - lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions. This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard. As you brake, y[...]

4-9 Remember: Anti - lock doesn’t change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you, you won’t have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops. Always leave enough room up ahead to stop, even though you have anti - lock brakes. Using Anti - Lock Don’t pump the brakes. Just hold the brake pedal down firmly and let anti - lock work for you. Y ou may feel a slight brake pedal pulsation or notice some noise, but this is normal. When your anti - lock system is adjusting brake pressure to help avoid a braking skid, this light will come on. See “Low T raction Light?[...]

4-10 If your vehicle is in cruise control when the ASR system begins to limit wheel spin, the cruise control will automatically disengage. When road conditions allow you to safely use it again, you may re - engage the cruise control. See “Cruise Control” in the Index. When the system is on, this warning light will come on to let you know if there’ s a problem with your ASR system. See “ASR System W arning Light” in the Index. When this warning light is on, the system will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your driving accordingly . The ASR system automatically comes on whenever you start your vehicle. T o limit wheel spin, especially in slippery road conditions, you should always leave [...]

4-1 1 Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning, you can steer but it will take much more effort. Steering Tips Driving on Curves It’ s important to take curves at a reasonable speed. A lot of the “driver lost control” accidents mentioned on the news happen on curves. Here’ s why: Experienced driver or beginner , each of us is subject to the same laws of physics when driving on curves. The traction of the tires against the road surface makes it possible for the vehicle to change its path when you turn the front wheels. If there’ s no traction, inertia will keep the vehicle going in the same direction. If you?[...]

4-12 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. Y ou can avoid these problems by braking -- if you can stop in time. But sometimes you can’t; there isn’ t room. That’ s the time for evasive action -- steering around the problem. Y our vehicle can perform very well in emergencies like these. First apply your brakes. See “Braking in Emergencies” earlier in this section. It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision. The[...]

4-13 Off - Road Recovery Y ou may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving. If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement, recovery should be fairly easy . Ease off the accelerator and then, if there is nothing in the way , steer so that your vehicle straddles the edge of the pavement. Y ou can turn the steering wheel up to one - quarter turn until the right front tire contacts the pavement edge. Then turn your steering wheel to go straight down the roadway . Passing The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a two - lane highway waits for just the right moment, accelerates, moves around the vehicle ahea[...]

4-14 Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you’re awaiting an opportunity . For one thing, following too closely reduces your area of vision, especially if you’re following a larger vehicle. Also, you won’t have adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops. Keep back a reasonable distance. When it looks like a chance to pass is coming up, start to accelerate but stay in the right lane and don’t get too close. T ime your move so you will be increasing speed as the time comes to move into the other lane. If the way is clear to pass, you will have a “running start” that more than makes up for the distance you would lose by dropping back. And if so[...]

4-15 Loss of Control Let’ s review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems (brakes, steering and acceleration) don’t have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked. In any emergency , don’t give up. Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of less danger . 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, your whee[...]

4-16 Driving at Night Night driving is more dangerous than day driving. One reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired -- by alcohol or drugs, with night vision problems, or by fatigue. Here are some tips on night driving. Drive defensively . Don’t drink and drive. Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you. Since you can’t see as well, you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles. Slow down, especially on higher speed roads. Y our headlamps can light up only so much road ahead. In remote areas, watch for animals. If you’re tired, pull off the road in a safe place and rest. No one can see as well at night [...]

4-17 Y ou can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps. It can take a second or two, or even several seconds, for your eyes to readjust to the dark. When you are faced with severe glare (as from a driver who doesn’t lower the high beams, or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps), slow down a little. A void staring directly into the approaching headlamps. Keep your windshield and all the glass on your vehicle clean -- inside and out. Glare at night is made much worse by dirt on the glass. Even the inside of the glass can build up a film caused by dust. Dirty glass makes lights dazzle and flash more than clean glass would, making the pupils of your eyes contract repeatedly . Remember that[...]

4-18 The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals, pavement markings, the edge of the road and even people walking. It’ s wise to keep your windshield wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank filled with washer fluid. Replace your windshield wiper inserts when they show signs of streaking or missing areas on the windshield, or when strips of rubber start to separate from the inserts. Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems, too. The water may affect your brakes. T ry to avoid [...]

4-19 CAUTION: W et brakes can cause accidents. They won’t work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side. Y ou could lose control of the vehicle. After driving through a large puddle of water or a car wash, apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally . Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water . This can happen if the road is wet enough and you’re going fast enough. When your vehicle is hydroplaning, it has little or no contact with the road. Hydroplaning doesn’ t happen often. But it can if your tires do not have much tread or if the pressure in one or more is low . It[...]

4-20 Driving Thr ough Flowing W ater CAUTION: Flowing or rushing water creates str ong forces. If you try to drive through flowing water , as you might at a low water crossing, your vehicle can be carried away . As little as six inches of flowing water can carry away a smaller vehicle. If this happens, you and other vehicle occupants could drown. Don’t ignor e police warning signs, and otherwise be very cautious about trying to drive through flowing water . Some Other Rainy W eather Tips Besides slowing down, allow some extra following distance. And be especially careful when you pass another vehicle. Allow yourself more clear room ahead, and be prepared to have your view restricted by roa[...]

4-21 Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: Know the best way to get to where you are going. Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross - country trip. T ry to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities. Y ou’ll save time and energy . See the next part, “Freeway Driving.” T reat a green light as a warning signal. A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it. When a light turns green, and just before you start to move, check both ways for vehicles that have not cleared the intersection or may be running the red light. Freeway Driving Mile for mile, freeways (also called thruway[...]

4-22 The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving. To o - fast or too - slow driving breaks a smooth traffic flow . Treat the left lane on a freeway as a passing lane. At the entrance, there is usually a ramp that leads to the freeway . If you have a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp, you should begin to check traffic. T ry to determine where you expect to blend with the flow . Try to mer ge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed. Switch on your turn signal, check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary . T ry to blend smoo[...]

4-23 Here are some things you can check before a trip: W indshield W asher Fluid: Is the reservoir full? Are all windows clean inside and outside? W iper Blades: Are they in good shape? Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you checked all levels? Lamps: Are they all working? Are the lenses clean? T ir es: They are vitally important to a safe, trouble - free trip. Is the tread good enough for long - distance driving? Are the tires all inflated to the recommended pressure? W eather Forecasts: What’ s the weather outlook along your route? Should you delay your trip a short time to avoid a major storm system? Maps: Do you have up - to - date maps? Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a cond[...]

4-24 Hill and Mountain Roads Driving on steep hills or mountains is different from driving in flat or rolling terrain. If you drive regularly in steep country , or if you’re planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transmission. These parts can work hard on mountain roads. Know how to go down hills. The most important thing to know is this: let your engine do some of the slowing down. Shift to a lower gear when you go down a steep or long hill. CAUTION: If you don’t shift down, your brakes could get so hot that they wouldn’t work w[...]

4-25 CAUTION: Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with the ignition off is dangerous. Y our brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down. They could get so hot that they wouldn’t work well. Y ou would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill. Y ou could crash. Always have your engine running and your vehicle in gear when you go downhill. Know how to go uphill. Y ou may want to shift down to a lower gear . The lower gears help cool your engine and transmission, and you can climb the hill better . Stay in your own lane when driving on two - lane roads in hills or mountains. Don’t swing wide or cut across the center of the road. Drive at speeds that let you stay in your [...]

4-26 Include an ice scraper , a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles. And, if you will be driving under severe conditions, include a small bag of sand, a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction. Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle. Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time, those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction. However , if there is snow or ice between your tires and the road, you can have a very slippery situation. Y ou’ll have a lot less traction or “grip” an[...]

4-27 What’ s the worst time for this? “W et ice.” V ery cold snow or ice can be slick and hard to drive on. But wet ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the least traction of all. Y ou can get wet ice when it’ s about freezing (32 F; 0 C) and freezing rain begins to fall. T ry to avoid driving on wet ice until salt and sand crews can get there. Whatever the condition -- smooth ice, packed, blowing or loose snow -- drive with caution. If you have ASR, keep the system on. It will improve your ability to accelerate when driving on a slippery road. Even though your vehicle has the ASR system, you’ll want to slow down and adjust your driving to the road conditions. See “A[...]

4-28 If Y ou’re Caught in a Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow , you could be in a serious situation. Y ou should probably stay with your vehicle unless you know for sure that you are near help and you can hike through the snow . Here are some things to do to summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe: T urn on your hazard flashers. T ie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you’ve been stopped by the snow . Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you. If you have no blankets or extra clothing, make body insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags, floor mats -- anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep warm. Y ou can[...]

4-29 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. Y ou can’t 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 your exhaust pipe. And check around again fr om time to time to be sure snow doesn’t collect there. Open a window just a little on the side of the vehicle that’ s away from the wind. This will help keep CO out. Run your engine only as long as you must. This saves fuel. When you run the engine, make it go a little faster than just idle. That is, push the accelerator slig[...]

4-30 Loading Y our V ehicle T wo labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry . The Tire - Loading Information label found on the rear edge of the driver ’ s door tells you the proper size, speed rating and recommended inflation pressures for the tires on your vehicle. It also gives you important information about the number of people that can be in your vehicle and the total weight that you can carry . This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants, cargo and all nonfactory - installed options. The other label is the Certification label, found on the rear edge of the driver ’ s door . It tells you the gross weight capacity[...]

4-31 CAUTION: Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR, or either the maximum front or r ear GA WR. If you do, parts on your vehicle can break, and it can change the way your vehicle handles. These could cause you to lose control and crash. Also, overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle. 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’ll keep going. CAUTION: Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn, or in a crash. Put things in the rear ar ea of your vehicle. T ry to spread[...]

4-32 T owing a T railer CAUTION: If you don’t use the correct equipment and drive properly , you can lose control when you pull a trailer . For example, if the trailer is too heavy , the brakes may not work well -- or even at all. Y ou and your passengers could be seriously injured. Y ou may also damage your vehicle; the resulting r epairs would not be covered by your warranty . Pull a trailer only if you have followed all the steps in this section. Ask your dealer for advice and information about towing a trailer with your vehicle. Y our vehicle can tow a trailer if it is equipped with the proper trailer towing equipment. T o identify what the vehicle trailering capacity is for your vehic[...]

4-33 If Y ou Do Decide T o Pull A T railer If you do, here are some important points: There are many different laws, including speed limit restrictions, having to do with trailering. Make sure your rig will be legal, not only where you live but also where you’ll be driving. A good source for this information can be state or provincial police. Consider using a sway control. Y ou can ask a hitch dealer about sway controls. Don’t tow a trailer at all during the first 1,000 miles (1 600 km) your new vehicle is driven. Y our engine, axle or other parts could be damaged. Then, during the first 500 miles (800 km) that you tow a trailer , don’t drive over 50 mph (80 km/h) and don’t make star[...]

4-34 Y ou can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice, or you can write us at: Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P .O. Box 33170 Detroit, MI 48232 - 5170 In Canada, write to: General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163 - 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 W eight of the T railer T ongue The tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total or gross weight of your vehicle. The Gross V ehicle W eight (GVW) includes the curb weight of the vehicle, any cargo you may carry in it, and the people who will be riding in the vehicle. And if you tow a trailer , you must add t[...]

4-35 T otal W eight on Y our V ehicle’s T ir es Be sure your vehicle’ s tires are inflated to the upper limit for cold tires. Y ou’ll find these numbers on the T ire - Loading Information label at the rear edge of the driver ’ s door or see “Loading Y our V ehicle” in the Index. Then be sure you don’t go over the GVW limit for your vehicle, including the weight of the trailer tongue. Hitches It’ s important to have the correct hitch equipment. Crosswinds, lar ge trucks going by and rough roads are a few reasons why you’ll need the right hitch. Here are some rules to follow: The rear bumper on your vehicle is not intended for hitches. Do not attach rental hitches or other bu[...]

4-36 Driving with a T railer T owing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. Before setting out for the open road, you’ll want to get to know your rig. Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer . And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as responsive as your vehicle is by itself. Before you start, check the trailer hitch and platform (and attachments), safety chains, electrical connector , lamps, tires and mirror adjustment. If the trailer has electric brakes, start your vehicle and trailer moving and then apply the trailer brake controller by hand to be sure the brakes ar[...]

4-37 T urn Signals When T owing a T railer When you tow a trailer , your vehicle may need a different turn signal flasher and/or extra wiring. Check with your dealer . The arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane change. Properly hooked up, the trailer lamps will also flash, telling other drivers you’re about to turn, change lanes or stop. When towing a trailer , the arrows on your instrument panel will flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailer are burned out. Thus, you may think drivers behind you are seeing your signal when they are not. It’ s important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are still working. Driving On Grades Re[...]

4-38 But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill, here’ s how to do it: 1. Apply your regular brakes, but don’t shift into P ARK (P) yet, or into gear for a manual transmission. 2. Have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels. 3. When the wheel chocks are in place, release the regular brakes until the chocks absorb the load. 4. Reapply the regular brakes. Then apply your parking brake and then shift to P ARK (P) or REVERSE (R) for a manual transmission. 5. Release the regular brakes. When Y ou Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you: Start your engine; Shift into a gear; and Release the parking brake. 2. Let up o[...]

5- 5-1 Section 5 Pr oblems on the Road Here you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road. 5 - 2 Hazard W arning Flashers 5 - 3 Other W arning Devices 5 - 3 Jump Starting 5 - 7 T owing Y our V ehicle 5 - 8 Engine Overheating 5 - 10 Cooling System 5 - 20 If a T ire Goes Flat 5 - 21 Changing a Flat T ire 5 - 33 Compact Spare T ire 5 - 34 If Y ou’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow[...]

5-2 Hazard W arning Flashers Y our hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Y our front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off. Press the button on the steering column in to make your front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off. Y our hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in, and even if the key isn’t in. T o turn off the flashers, pull out on the collar . When the hazard warning flashers are on, your turn signals won’t work.[...]

5-3 Other W arning Devices If you carry reflective triangles, you can set one up at the side of the road about 300 feet (100 m) behind your vehicle. Jump Starting If your battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. But please use the following steps listed to do it safely . CAUTION: Batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerous because: They contain acid that can burn you. They contain gas that can explode or ignite. They contain enough electricity to burn you. If you don’t follow these steps exactly , some or all of these things can hurt you. NOTICE: Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn?[...]

5-4 2. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach, but be sure the vehicles aren’t touching each other . If they are, it could cause a ground connection you don’t want. Y ou wouldn’t be able to start your vehicle, and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems. T o avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling, set the parking brake firmly on both vehicles involved in the jump starting procedure. Put an automatic transmission in P ARK (P) and a manual transmission in NEUTRAL (N) before setting the parking brakes. 3. T urn off the ignition on both vehicles. T urn off all lamps that aren’t needed, and radios. This will avoid sparks and help save both batter[...]

5-5 5. Check that the jumper cables don’t have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock. The vehicles could be damaged, too. Before you connect the cables, here are some basic things you should know . Positive (+) will go to positive (+) and negative ( - ) will go to a heavy , unpainted, metal engine part. Don’t connect positive (+) to negative ( - ) or you’ll get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts, too. And don’t connect negative ( - ) to negative ( - ) on the dead battery , as this can cause sparks. CAUTION: Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly . Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running. 6. Co[...]

5-6 8. Now connect the black negative ( - ) cable to the good battery’ s negative ( - ) terminal. Don’t let the other end touch anything until the next step. The other end of the negative ( - ) cable doesn’t go to the dead battery . It goes to a heavy , unpainted metal engine part on the engine of the vehicle with the dead battery . 9. Attach the cable at least 18 inches (45 cm) away from the dead battery , but not near engine parts that move. The electrical connection is just as good there, but the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less. 10. Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while. 1 1. Try to start the vehicle with the dead batter[...]

5-7 Jumper Cable Removal A. Heavy , Unpainted Metal Engine Part B. Good Battery C. Dead Battery T o disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles, do the following: 1. Disconnect the black negative ( - ) cable from the heavy , unpainted metal engine part on the vehicle that had the dead battery . 2. Disconnect the black negative ( - ) cable from the negative ( - ) terminal on the vehicle with the good battery . 3. Disconnect the red positive (+) cable from the vehicle with the good battery . 4. Disconnect the red positive (+) cable from the other vehicle. T owing Y our V ehicle Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your vehicle towed. See “Roadside Assi[...]

5-8 Engine Overheating Y ou will find a coolant temperature gage on your instrument panel cluster . See “Engine Coolant T emperature Gage” in the Index. Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode This emergency operating mode allows your vehicle to be driven to a safe place in an emergency situation. Should an overheated engine condition exist, an overheat protection mode which alternates firing groups of cylinders helps prevent engine damage. In this mode, you will notice a significant loss in power and engine performance. The low coolant light may come on and the temperature gage will indicate an overheat condition exists. T owing a trailer in the overheat protection mode should be av[...]

5-9 CAUTION: Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly , even if you just open the hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it. Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down. W ait until there is no sign of steam or coolant befor e you open the hood. If you keep driving when your engine is overheated, the liquids in it can catch fire. Y ou or others could be badly burned. Stop your engine if it overheats, and get out of the vehicle until the engine is cool. See “Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode” in the Index. NOTICE: If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant, your vehicle can be badly[...]

5-10 If you get the overheat warning with no sign of steam, try this for a minute or so: 1. If your air conditioner is on, turn it off. 2. T urn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary . 3. If you’re in a traffic jam, shift to NEUTRAL (N); otherwise, shift to the highest gear while driving -- AUTOMA TIC OVERDRIVE ( ) or DRIVE (D) for automatic transmissions. If you no longer have the overheat warning, you can drive. Just to be safe, drive slower for about 10 minutes. If the warning doesn’t come back on, you can drive normally . If the warning continues, pull over , stop, and park your vehicle right away . If there’ s still no sign of steam, [...]

5-1 1 CAUTION: An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling, don’t do anything else until it cools down. When it is cool, remove the coolant recovery tank cap and look at the dipstick. When the engine is cold, the coolant level should be at FULL COLD. If it isn’t, you may have a leak in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator , water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system. CAUTION: Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Don’t touch them. If you do, you c[...]

5-12 NOTICE: When adding coolant, it is important that you use only DEX - COOL (silicate - free) coolant. If coolant other than DEX - COOL is added to the system, prematur e engine, heater core or radiator corrosion may r esult. In addition, the engine coolant will requir e change sooner -- at 30,000 miles (50 000 km) or 24 months, whichever occurs first. Damage caused by the use of coolant other than DEX - COOL is not covered by your new vehicle warranty . If there seems to be no leak, with the engine on, check to see if the electric engine cooling fans are running. If the engine is overheating, both fans should be running. If they aren’t, your vehicle needs service. How to Add Coolant to[...]

5-13 NOTICE: In cold weather , water can freeze and crack the engine, radiator , heater core and other parts. Use the recommended coolant and the pr oper coolant mixture. CAUTION: Y ou 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. Don’t spill coolant on a hot engine. When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at the FULL COLD mark, start your vehicle. If the overheat warning continues, there’ s one more thing you can try . Y ou can add the proper coolant mixture directly to the radiator , but be sure the cooling system is cool before you do it.[...]

5-14 CAUTION: Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly . They are under pr essure, and if you turn the radiator pressur e cap -- even a little -- they can come out at high speed. Never turn the cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressur e cap, is hot. W ait for the cooling system and radiator pressur e cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressur e cap. How to Add Coolant to the Radiator (3800 V6 Engine Only) NOTICE: Y our engine has a specific radiator fill procedure. Failure to follow this pr ocedure could cause your engine to overheat and be severely damaged.[...]

5-15 1. Y ou can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. T urn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops. (Don’t press down while turning the pressure cap.) If you hear a hiss, wait for that to stop. A hiss means there is still some pressure left. 2. Then keep turning the pressure cap, but now push down as you turn it. Remove the pressure cap. CAUTION: Y ou 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. Don’t spill coolant on a hot engine. 3. After the engine cools, open the cool[...]

5-16 4. Fill the radiator with the proper DEX - COOL coolant mixture, up to the base of the filler neck. See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for more information about the proper coolant mixture. If you see a stream of coolant coming from an air bleed valve, close the valve. Otherwise, close the valve after the radiator is filled. 5. Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the FULL COLD mark. 6. Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank, but leave the radiator pressure cap off.[...]

5-17 7. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. W atch out for the engine cooling fans. 8. By this time, the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower . If the level is lower , add more of the proper DEX - COOL coolant mixture through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck. 9. Then replace the pressure cap. At any time during this procedure if coolant begins to flow out of the filler neck, reinstall the pressure cap. Be sure the arrows on the pressure cap line up like this.[...]

5-18 How to Add Coolant to the Radiator (V8 Engine Only) 1. Y ou can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. T urn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops. (Don’t press down while turning the pressure cap.) If you hear a hiss, wait for that to stop. A hiss means there is still some pressure left. 2. Then keep turning the pressure cap, but now push down as you turn it. Remove the pressure cap. CAUTION: Y ou 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. Don’t spill coolant on a[...]

5-19 3. Fill with the proper DEX - COOL coolant mixture. 4. Continue to fill the radiator up to the base of the filler neck. 5. Rinse or wipe the spilled coolant from the engine and compartment. 6. Start the engine and allow it to run in idle for approximately four minutes. By this time, the coolant level inside the radiator will be lower . Add more of the proper mixture through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck. 7. Shut the engine off and replace the pressure cap. Be sure the arrows on the cap line up like this.[...]

5-20 8. Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the proper level. If a Tir e Goes Flat It’ s unusual for a tire to “blow out” while you’re driving, especially if you maintain your tires properly . If air goes out of a tire, it’ s much more likely to leak out slowly . But if you should ever have a “blowout,” here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do: If a front tire fails, the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side. T ake your foot off the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly . Steer to maintain lane position, and then gently brake to a stop well out of the traffic lane. A rear blowout, particularly on a curve, acts much[...]

5-21 Changing a Flat Tir e If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. T urn on your hazard warning flashers. CAUTION: Changing a tire can cause an injury . The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over you or other people. Y ou and they could be badly injured. Find a level place to change your tire. T o help prevent the vehicle fr om moving: 1. Set the parking brake firmly . 2. Put an automatic transmission shift lever in P ARK (P), or shift a manual transmission to FIRST (1) or REVERSE (R). 3. T urn off the engine. T o be even more certain the vehicle won’t move, you can put blocks at the front and r ear of the tire farthest away fr om t[...]

5-22 Removing the Spare T ire and T ools The equipment you’ll need is located in the rear area behind the trim panel on the passenger ’ s side. 1. First you must remove the cargo cover . See “Cargo Cover” in the Index. On convertible models, you must also remove the trunk access panel. It’ s at the upper back of the trunk. T urn the two wing fasteners under the trunk edge a quarter turn counterclockwise to remove the panel. 2. Find the plastic screw heads in the trim panel over the spare tire. See “Compact Spare T ire” later in this section for more information about the compact spare. Use a coin or a key to turn the screw heads until the slots point front and back to the unloc[...]

5-23 3. T o remove the jack and wheel wrench, loosen and remove the plastic cover . 4. Remove the wing nut and adapter and pull out the compact spare tire.[...]

5-24 The tools you’ll be using include the jack (A) and wheel wrench (B). 5. The jack has a bolt at the end. Attach the wheel wrench to the jack bolt. 6. T urn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the lift head a little. 7. If your wheel has a center cap, pry it off using the wheel wrench.[...]

5-25 If your vehicle has a bolt - on wheel cover , loosen the plastic caps using the wheel wrench and remove the wheel cover . If your vehicle has optional alloy wheels, first remove the decorative nut caps using the wheel wrench. Each wheel may have one locknut in place of the standard wheel nut. A special wheel lock key (removal tool) and instructions are located in the center console. Attach the wheel lock key to the socket of the wheel wrench. Remove the locking wheel nut by turning it counterclockwise. Removing the Flat Tir e and Installing the Spare T ire 1. Using the wheel wrench, loosen all the wheel nuts. Don’t remove them yet.[...]

5-26 2. Position the jack under the vehicle. There is a notch in the vehicle’ s rocker flange on the coupe model. Raise the jack head until it fits firmly into the notch nearest the flat tire. On convertible models, place the jack in a similar location.[...]

5-27 Stay away from the moldings or fender flanges to avoid damaging them. Put the compact spare tire near you. CAUTION: Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. CAUTION: Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall. T o help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage, be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location befor e raising the vehicle.[...]

5-28 3. Raise the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench clockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the compact spare tire to fit underneath the wheel well. 4. Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire. 5. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. CAUTION: Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt fr om the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle. In an emergency , you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this; but be sure to [...]

5-29 CAUTION: Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If you do, the nuts might come loose. Y our wheel could fall off, causing a serious accident. 6. Install the compact spare tire and put the wheel nuts back on with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel. T ighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub. 7. Lower the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely .[...]

5-30 8. T ighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown. Install the plastic caps for the bolt - on wheel cover or the decorative plastic caps if your vehicle has the optional alloy wheels. T ighten the caps by hand then, using the wheel wrench, tighten an additional one - quarter turn. CAUTION: Incorr ect wheel nuts or impr operly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off. This could lead to an accident. Be sur e to use the corr ect wheel nuts. If you have to replace them, be sur e to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts. Stop somewher e as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wr ench to 100 lb - ft (140 N·m).[...]

5-31 NOTICE: Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage. T o avoid expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the pr oper torque specification. NOTICE: Wheel covers won’t fit on your compact spare. If you try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare, you could damage the cover or the spar e. Storing a Flat or Spare T ire and T ools 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. Put back the jack, wheel wrench and flat tire following the stor[...]

5-32 1. T rim Panel 2. Bolt 3. Cover 4. Jack 5. W ing Nut 6. Adapter 7. Compact Spare T ire 8. Full - Size T ire 9. Carpet Flap 10. Tire Storage Bolt 1 1. Trunk Access Panel (Convertible Only) 12. Knob[...]

5-33 Compact Spare T ire Although the compact spare tire was fully inflated when your vehicle was new , it can lose air after a time. Check the inflation pressure regularly . It should be 60 psi (420 kPa). After installing the compact spare on your vehicle, you should stop as soon as possible and make sure your spare tire is correctly inflated. The compact spare is made to perform well at speeds up to 65 mph (105 km/h) for distances up to 3,000 miles (5 000 km), so you can finish your trip and have your full - size tire repaired or replaced where you want. Of course, it’ s best to replace your spare with a full - size tire as soon as you can. Y our spare will last longer and be in good sha[...]

5-34 If Y ou’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow In order to free your vehicle when it is stuck, you will need to spin the wheels, but you don’t want to spin your wheels too fast. The method known as “rocking” can help you get out when you’re stuck, but you must use caution. CAUTION: If you let your tires spin at high speed, they can explode, and you or others could be injured. And, the transmission or other parts of the vehicle can overheat. That could cause an engine compartment fire or other damage. When you’re stuck, spin the wheels as little as possible. Don’t spin the wheels above 35 mph (55 km/h) as shown on the speedometer . NOTICE: Spinning your wheels can destroy part[...]

6- 6-1 Section 6 Service and Appearance Car e Here you will find information about the care of your vehicle. This section begins with service and fuel information, and then it shows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels. There is also technical information about your vehicle, and a part devoted to its appearance care. 6 - 2 Service 6 - 3 Fuel 6 - 5 Fuels in Foreign Countries 6 - 6 Filling Y our T ank 6 - 8 Filling a Portable Fuel Container 6 - 8 Checking Things Under the Hood 6 - 10 Engine Compartment Overview 6 - 12 Engine Oil 6 - 18 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 6 - 20 Automatic T ransmission Fluid 6 - 24 Manual T ransmission Fluid 6 - 25 Hydraulic Clutch 6 - 26 Rear Axle 6 - 27 En[...]

6-2 Service Y our dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. W e hope you’ll go to your dealer for all your service needs. Y ou’ll get genuine GM parts and GM - trained and supported service people. W e hope you’ll want to keep your GM vehicle all GM. Genuine GM parts have one of these marks: Doing Y our Own Service W ork If you want to do some of your own service work, you’ll want to use the proper service manual. It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can. T o order the proper service manual, see “Service and Owner Publications” in the Index. Y our vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting to do your own service w[...]

6-3 CAUTION: Y ou can be injured and your vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it. Be sure you have sufficient knowledge, experience, the proper r eplacement parts and tools before you attempt any vehicle maintenance task. Be sur e to use the pr oper nuts, bolts and other fasteners. “English” and “metric” fasteners can be easily confused. If you use the wrong fasteners, parts can later br eak or fall off. Y ou could be hurt. Adding Equipment to the Outside of Y our V ehicle Things you might add to the outside of your vehicle can affect the airflow around it. This may cause wind noise and affect windshield washer performance.[...]

6-4 In Canada, look for the “Auto Makers’ Choice” label on the fuel pump. Canada Only Be sure the posted octane for premium is at least 91 (at least 87 for regular). If the octane is less than 87, you may get a heavy knocking noise when you drive. If it’ s bad enough, it can damage your engine. If you’re using fuel rated at the recommended octane or higher and you hear heavy knocking, your engine needs service. But don’t worry if you hear a little pinging noise when you’re accelerating or driving up a hill. That’ s normal, and you don’ t have to buy a higher octane fuel to get rid of pinging. It’ s the heavy , constant knock that means you have a problem. If your vehicle [...]

6-5 T o provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the United States are now required to contain additives that will help prevent deposits from forming in your engine and fuel system, allowing your emission control system to function properly . Therefore, you should not have to add anything to the fuel. In addition, gasolines containing oxygenates, such as ethers and ethanol, and reformulated gasolines may be available in your area to contribute to clean air . General Motors recommends that you use these gasolines, particularly if they comply with the specifications described earlier . NOTICE: Y our vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol. Don’t use it. It can corrode metal par[...]

6-6 Filling Y our T ank CAUTION: Gasoline vapor is highly flammable. It burns violently , and that can cause very bad injuries. Don’t smoke if you’re near gasoline or r efueling your vehicle. Keep sparks, flames and smoking materials away from gasoline. The cap is located behind a hinged door on the driver ’ s side of your vehicle. While refueling, hang the cap from the hook on the hinge. The lip of the cap will fit into the groove on the hook. T o remove the cap, turn it slowly to the left (counterclockwise). The cap has a spring in it; if you let go of the cap too soon, it will spring back to the right.[...]

6-7 CAUTION: If you get gasoline on yourself and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. Gasoline can spray out on you if you open the fuel filler cap too quickly . This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full, and is more likely in hot weather . Open the fuel filler cap slowly and wait for any “hiss” noise to stop. Then unscrew the cap all the way . Be careful not to spill gasoline. Clean gasoline from painted surfaces as soon as possible. See “Cleaning the Outside of Y our V ehicle” in the Index. When you put the cap back on, turn it to the right (clockwise) until you hear a clicking sound. Make sure you fully install the cap. The diagnostic system can determine [...]

6-8 Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION: Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle. Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor . Y ou can be badly burned and your vehicle damaged if this occurs. T o help avoid injury to you and others: Dispense gasoline only into approved containers. Do not fill a container while it is inside a vehicle, in a vehicle’ s trunk, pickup bed or on any surface other than the ground. Bring the fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle. Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete. Don’t smoke while pumping gasoline. Checking Things Under th[...]

6-9 Hood Release T o open the hood, first pull the handle located inside the vehicle below the instrument panel on the driver ’ s side. Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull up on the hood release located at the center area of the hood. Lift the hood.[...]

6-10 Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood of the 3800 V6 engine, you’ll see: A. Engine Coolant Reservoir B. Battery C. Radiator Pressure Cap D. Engine Oil Fill Cap E. Automatic Transmission Fluid Dipstick (If Equipped) F . W indshield W asher Fluid Reservoir G. Engine Cooling Fans H. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter I. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir J. Engine Oil Dipstick K. Brake Fluid Reservoir L. Clutch Fluid Reservoir (If Equipped)[...]

6-1 1 When you open the hood of the 5.7L V8 engine, you’ll see: A. Engine Coolant Reservoir B. Battery C. Radiator Pressure Cap D. Engine Oil Dipstick E. Engine Oil Fill Cap F . Windshield W asher Fluid Reservoir G. Engine Cooling Fans H. Automatic T ransmission Fluid Dipstick (If Equipped) I. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter J. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir K. Brake Fluid Reservoir L. Clutch Fluid Reservoir (If Equipped) Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on. Then pull the hood down and close it firmly .[...]

6-12 Engine Oil If the LOW OIL light appears on the instrument panel, it means you need to check your engine oil level right away . For more information, see “Low Oil Light” in the Index. Y ou should check your engine oil level regularly; this is an added reminder . Checking Engine Oil It’ s a good idea to check your 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 the yellow loop located near the back of the engine. See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Index for more information on location. Do not check the 5.7L V8 engine oil level after the engine has been [...]

6-13 T urn off the engine and give the oil several minutes to drain back into the oil pan. If you don’t, the oil dipstick might not show the actual level. Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth, then push it back in all the way . Remove it again, keeping the tip down, and check the level. 3800 V6 Engine 5.7L V8 Engine When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is at or below the ADD line, then you’ll need to add at least one quart of oil. But you must use the right kind. This part explains what kind of oil to use. For crankcase capacity , see “Capacities and Specifications” in the Index.[...]

6-14 NOTICE: Don’t add too much oil. If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross - hatched area that shows the proper operating range, your engine could be damaged. The oil fill cap is located at the rear of your engine compartment on the passenger ’ s side of the vehicle. See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Index for more information on location. Be sure to fill it enough to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range. Push the dipstick all the way back in when you’re through. What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the starburst symbol. This symbol indicates that the oil has been c[...]

6-15 5.7L V8 Engine As in the chart shown previously , if you have the 5.7L V8 engine, SAE 5W - 30 is best for your vehicle. However , you can use SAE 10W - 30 if it’ s going to be 0 F ( - 18 C) or above. These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity , or thickness. Do not use other viscosity oils, such as SAE 20W - 50. As shown in the following chart, if you have the 3800 V6 engine, SAE 10W - 30 is best for your vehicle. However , you can use SAE 5W - 30 if it’ s going to be colder than 60 F (16 C) before your next oil change. When it’ s very cold, you should use SAE 5W - 30. These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity , or thickness. Do not use other viscosity oils, s[...]

6-16 3800 V6 Engine NOTICE: Use only engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines starburst symbol. Failur e to use the recommended oil can r esult in engine damage not covered by your warranty . GM Goodwrench oil meets all the requirements for your vehicle. If you are in an area where the temperature falls below - 20 F ( - 29 C), consider using either an SAE 5W - 30 synthetic oil or an SAE 0W - 30 oil. Both will provide easier cold starting and better protection for your engine at extremely low temperatures.[...]

6-17 Engine Oil Additives Don’t add anything to your oil. The recommended oils with the starburst symbol are all you will need for good performance and engine protection. When to Change Engine Oil Y our vehicle has a computer that lets you know when to change your engine oil. This is not based on mileage, but on engine revolutions and engine operating temperature. When the computer has calculated that the oil needs changing, the GM Oil Life System will indicate that a change is necessary . The mileage between oil and filter changes will vary depending on how you drive your vehicle -- usually between 3,000 miles (5 000 km) and 10,000 miles (16 000 km) since your last oil and filter change. [...]

6-18 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter The engine air cleaner/filter is located at the front in the center of the engine compartment. See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Index for more information on location. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to replace the air filter . See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Index. CAUTION: Operating the engine with the air cleaner/filter off can cause you or others to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the air , it stops flame if the engine backfires. If it isn’t ther e, and the engine backfires, you could be burned. Don’t drive with it off, and be careful working on the engine with the air cleaner/filter off. NOTICE[...]

6-19 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Replacement T o remove the engine air cleaner/filter , do the following: 1. Unlatch the two clamps located on the front of the filter . 2. Lift the cover and remove the filter . 3. Replace the filter . See “Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts” in the Index for the type of filter to use.[...]

6-20 4. Close the cover without an overlap (clamp will not latch with an overlap) and latch the clamps. Automatic T ransmission Fluid When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transmission fluid level is when the engine oil is changed. Change both the fluid and filter every 15,000 miles (25 000 km) 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 high performance operation. When doing frequent trailer towing. Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service. If you do not use your vehicle under any of these [...]

6-21 How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may choose to have this done at the dealership 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. NOTICE: T oo much or too little fluid can damage your transmission. T oo much can mean that some of the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine parts or exhaust system parts, starting a fire. Be sure to get an accurate r eading if you check your transmission fluid. W ait at least 30 minutes before checking the transmission fluid level if you have been driving: When outside temperatures are above 90 F (32 C). At high speed for quite a w[...]

6-22 Checking the Fluid Level Prepare your vehicle as follows: Park your vehicle on a level place. Keep the engine running. W ith the parking brake applied, place the shift lever in P ARK (P). W ith 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 P ARK (P). Let the engine run at idle for three minutes or more. Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps: 3800 V6 Dipstick 5.7L V8 Dipstick The red transmission dipstick handle is located near the back of the engine. See ”Engine Compartment Overview” in the Index for more information on location. 1. Flip the handle up an[...]

6-23 3. Check both sides of the dipstick, and read the lower level. The fluid level must be in the COLD area, below the cross - hatched area, for a cold check or in the HOT area or cross - hatched area for a hot check. 4. If the fluid level is in the acceptable range, push the dipstick back in all the way; then flip the handle down to lock the dipstick in place. How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transmission fluid to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. Add fluid only after checking the transmission fluid while it is hot. (A cold check is used only as a reference.) If the fluid level is low , add only enough of the proper f[...]

6-24 Manual T ransmission Fluid When to Check A good time to have it checked is when the engine oil is changed. However , the fluid in your manual transmission doesn’ t require changing. How to Check Because this operation can be dif ficult, you may choose to have this done at your Chevrolet dealership service department. If you do it yourself, be sure to follow all the instructions here, or you could get a false reading. NOTICE: T oo much or too little fluid can damage your transmission. T oo much can mean that some of the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine parts or exhaust system parts, starting a fire. Be sur e to get an accurate r eading if you check your transmission fluid. C[...]

6-25 1. Remove the filler plug. 2. Check that the lubricant level is up to the bottom of the filler plug hole. 3. If the fluid level is good, install the plug and be sure it is fully seated. If the fluid level is low , add more fluid as described in the next steps. How to Add Fluid Here’ s how to add fluid. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of fluid to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. 1. Remove the filler plug. 2. Add fluid at the filler plug hole. Add only enough fluid to bring the fluid level up to the bottom of the filler plug hole. 3. Install the filler plug. Be sure the plug is fully seated. Hydraulic Clutch The hydraulic clutch lin[...]

6-26 When to Check and What to Use See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Index for information on location. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often you should check the fluid level in your clutch master cylinder reservoir and for the proper fluid. See “Owner Checks and Services” and “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. How to Check and Add Fluid The proper fluid should be added if the level is below the plastic step on the reservoir . See the instructions on the reservoir cap. See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Index for more information on location. Rear Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determ[...]

6-27 Limited - Slip Differential T o add lubricant when the level is low , use SAE 75W - 90 Synthetic Gear Lubricant (GM Part No. 12378261) or equivalent meeting GM Specification 9986115. T o completely refill after draining, add 4 ounces (118 ml) of Limited - Slip Differential Lubricant Additive (GM Part No. 1052358) or equivalent. Then fill to the bottom of the filler plug hole with the Synthetic Gear Lubricant. 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 5 years or 150,000 miles (240 000 km), whichever occurs first, if you add only DEX - COOL extended life coolant. The following explains[...]

6-28 What to Use Use a mixture of one - half clean, drinkable water and one - half DEX - COOL coolant which won’t damage aluminum parts. If you use this coolant mixture, you don’t need to add anything else. CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water , or some other liquid like alcohol, can boil before the pr oper coolant mixture will. Y our vehicle’ s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture. W ith plain water or the wrong mixtur e, your engine could get too hot but you wouldn’t get the overheat warning. Y our engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned. Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and DEX [...]

6-29 Checking Coolant See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Index for information on location. The vehicle must be on a level surface. When your engine is cold, check the dipstick on the cap of the coolant recovery tank. The coolant level should be at COLD, or a little higher . When your engine is warm, the level on the dipstick should be up to HOT , or a little higher . Adding Coolant to the Recovery T ank If you need more coolant, add the proper DEX - COOL coolant mixture at the coolant r ecovery tank, but only when your engine is cool. If the tank is very low or empty , also add coolant to the radiator . See “Engine Overheating” in the Index for information. CAUTION: T urning t[...]

6-30 Radiator Pressur e Cap The radiator pressure cap is located toward the front of the engine compartment near the battery . See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Index for more information on location. NOTICE: Y our radiator cap is an 18 psi (124 kPa) pressur e - type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating. Be sur e the arrows on the cap line up with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck. See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Index for more information on location. Power Steering Fluid The power steering fluid reservoir is located toward the front of the engine, on the driver ’ s side. See “Engine Com[...]

6-31 When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise. A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired. How to Check Power Steering Fluid T urn the key off, let the engine compartment cool down, wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean, then unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag. Replace the cap and completely tighten it. Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick. When the engine compartment is hot, the level should be at the H (hot) mark. When the engine compartment is cool[...]

6-32 Windshield W asher Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read the manufacturer ’ s instructions before use. If you will be operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing, use a fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing. Adding W asher Fluid See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Index for information on location. Open the cap labeled W ASHER FLUID ONL Y . Add washer fluid until the tank is full. NOTICE: When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer’ s instructions for adding water . Don’t mix water with ready - to - use washer fluid. W ater can cause the solution to freeze and damage y[...]

6-33 Brakes Brake Fluid Y our brake master cylinder reservoir is on the driver ’ s side of the engine compartment. See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Index. It is filled with DOT - 3 brake fluid. There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down. The first is that the brake fluid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear . When new linings are put in, the fluid level goes back up. The other reason is that fluid is leaking out of the brake system. If it is, you should have your brake system fixed, since a leak means that sooner or later your brakes won’t work well, or won’t work at all. So, it isn’t a good idea to “t[...]

6-34 Checking Brake Fluid Y ou can check the brake fluid without taking off the cap. Just look at the brake fluid reservoir . The fluid level should be above the plastic seam in the reservoir (A). If it isn’t, have your brake system checked to see if there is a leak. After work is done on the brake hydraulic system, make sure the level is above the plastic seam (B), near the base of the filler neck. What to Add When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT - 3 brake fluid. Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only . Refer to “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Maintenance Schedule. Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it. Thi[...]

6-35 NOTICE: Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts. For example, just a few drops of mineral - based oil, such as engine oil, in your brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they’ll have to be replaced. Don’t let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid. If you spill brake fluid on your vehicle’s painted surfaces, the paint finish can be damaged. Be careful not to spill brake fluid on your vehicle. If you do, wash it off immediately . See “Appearance Care” in the Index. Brake W ear Y our vehicle has four - wheel disc brakes. Disc brake pads have built - in wear indicators that make a high - pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and ne[...]

6-36 Brake Pedal T ravel See your dealer 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 of brake trouble. Brake Adjustment Every time you make a moderate brake stop, your disc brakes adjust for wear . If you rarely make a moderate or heavier stop, then your brakes might not adjust correctly . If you drive in that way , then -- very carefully -- make a few moderate brake stops about every 1,000 miles (1 600 km), so your brakes will adjust properly . The parking brake system has separate brake linings that do not self adjust for wear . If the parking brake lever pulls up more than eighteen clicks, the parking brakes ne[...]

6-37 Battery Y our new vehicle comes with a maintenance free ACDelco battery . When it’ s time for a new battery , get one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery’ s label. W e recommend an ACDelco battery . See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Index for battery location. W ARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. W ash hands after handling. V ehicle Storage If you’re not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more, remove the black, negative ( - ) cable from the battery . This will help keep your battery from running down.[...]

6-38 Headlamps Before replacing a headlamp bulb that does not light, check to make sure that the wiring connector is securely fastened to it. See “Replacement Bulbs” in the Index to check the type of headlamp bulb you need to use before you begin to replace the headlamp bulb. Y ou must replace a headlamp bulb with one that is exactly the same. T o replace a headlamp, do the following: 1. Open the hood. 2. Locate the headlamp bulb that needs to be replaced. 3. Press and turn the base of the socket one - quarter turn counterclockwise. (See arrows). 4. Remove the socket with the burned lamp. 5. Replace the bulb and insert the socket into the headlamp.[...]

6-39 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp 1. Remove the two screws in the stoplamp lens. 2. Gently pull the assembly out, turn the bulb counterclockwise and remove it from the back of the assembly . 3. Reverse the steps with a new bulb. Rear Lamps T o change any rear bulb, you have to remove the entire housing. 1. Remove the trim panel from the inside of the hatch for the side on which you are replacing the bulb. 2. Pull the carpet back. 3. Remove the wing nuts.[...]

6-40 4. Pull the assembly off from the outside. 5. T o remove a socket with a tab, press the tab and turn the socket counterclockwise. T o remove a socket without a tab, turn the socket counterclockwise. 6. Pull the bulb from the socket. 7. Reverse the steps with a new bulb. Sidemarker 1. Remove the screw from the sidemarker assembly . 2. T o pull out the bulb housing, tilt the housing to remove the tabbed end.[...]

6-41 3. T urn the bulb and socket counterclockwise and gently pull out. 4. Reverse the steps with a new bulb. Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement W indshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear or cracking. See “W iper Blade Check” in the Index for more information. Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways. For the proper type and length, see “Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts” in the Index. 1. Pull the windshield wiper arm away from the windshield. 2. Push the release lever and slide the wiper assembly toward the driver ’ s side of the vehicle. 3. Install a new blade by reversing Steps 1 and 2.[...]

6-42 Wiper Blade Element Replacement T o replace the wiper blade element, follow these steps: 1. Locate the heel end of the wiper blade assembly that has the two notches held by the wiper blade claw . 2. Hold the wiper blade assembly with one hand and pull the element gently with the other hand. (Replacement blade elements have three plastic caps which retain two metal flexor strips. Do not remove these caps before the element is installed.) 3. At the heel end of the wiper blade assembly , notched end of blade element last, slide the blade element into the blade claw sets. The plastic retainer caps will be forced off as the element is fully inserted. Make sure that all the claw sets are prop[...]

6-43 Tire s Y our 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 Chevrolet W arranty booklet for details. CAUTION: Poorly maintained and improperly used tir es are danger ous. Overloading your tires can cause overheating as a result of too much friction. Y ou could have an air - out and a serious accident. See “Loading Y our V ehicle” in the Index. CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: (Continued) Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires. The r esulting accident could cause serious injury . Check all tires frequently to maintain the r ecommended pressur[...]

6-44 Inflation -- Tir e Pressur e The T ire - Loading Information label, which is on the driver ’ s door , shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they’re cold. “Cold” means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile (1.6 km). If you’ll be driving at high speeds (e.g., speeds of 100 mph (160 km/h) or higher), where it is legal, set the cold inflation pressure to the maximum inflation pressure shown on the tire sidewall, or to 38 psi (265 kPa), whichever is lower . See the example below . When you end this high - speed driving, return to the cold inflation pressure shown on the Tire - Loading Information label. Example: Y o[...]

6-45 When to Check Check your tires once a month or more. Don’t for get your compact spare tire. It should be at 60 psi (420 kPa). How to Check Use a good quality pocket - type gage to check tire pressure. Y ou can’t tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them. Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they’re underinflated. Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems. They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture. Tir e Inspection and Rotation T ires should be rotated every 6,000 to 8,000 miles (10 000 to 13 000 km). Any time you notice unusual wear , rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment. Also check for dam[...]

6-46 If you have P245/50ZR16 Goodyear Eagle GS - C tires or P275/40ZR17 Goodyear Eagle F1 - GS tires, they must roll in a certain direction for the best overall performance. The direction is shown by an arrow on the sidewall. Because these tires are directional, they should be rotated as shown here. These tires should only be moved from front to rear and rear to front on the same side of the vehicle. Don’t include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation. After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the T ire - Loading Information label. Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened. See “Wheel Nut T orque” in the Index. CAU[...]

6-47 When It’ s Time for New T ires One way to tell when it’ s 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. Y ou need a new tire if any of the following statements are true: Y ou can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire. Y ou can see cord or fabric showing through the tire’ s rubber . The tread or sidewall is cracked, cut or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric. The tire has a bump, bulge or split. The tire has a puncture, cut or other damage that can’t be repaired well because of the size or location of the damage. Buying New Tir es T o find out what kin[...]

6-48 CAUTION: Mixing tires could cause you to lose contr ol while driving. If you mix tires of differ ent sizes or types (radial and bias - belted tires), the vehicle may not handle properly , and you could have a crash. Using tires of differ ent sizes may also cause damage to your vehicle. Be sure to use the same size and type tires on all wheels. It’ s all right to drive with your compact spare, though. It was developed for use on your vehicle. 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. U[...]

6-49 T readwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half (1 1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use, however , and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate. T raction -- AA, A, B, C The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Those grades represent the tire’ s ability to stop on wet pavem[...]

6-50 Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked, or badly rusted or corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced. If the wheel leaks air , replace it (except some aluminum wheels, which can sometimes be repaired). See your dealer if any of these conditions exist. Y our dealer will know the kind of wheel you need. Each new wheel should have the same load - carrying capacity , diameter , width, of fset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces. If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts, replace them only with new GM original equipment parts. This way , you will be sure to have the right wh[...]

6-51 Used Replacement Wheels CAUTION: Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is dangerous. Y ou can’t know how it’ s been used or how far it’ s been driven. It could fail suddenly and cause an accident. If you have to replace a wheel, use a new GM original equipment wheel. T ire Chains NOTICE: If your vehicle has P235/55R16, P245/50ZR16 or P275/40ZR17 size tir es, don’t use tire chains. They can damage your vehicle because there’ s not enough clearance. NOTICE: (Continued) NOTICE: (Continued) Use another type of traction device only if its manufacturer r ecommends it for use on your vehicle and tire size combination and r oad conditions. Follow that manufacturer’ s instructions. T [...]

6-52 Appearance Care Remember , cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic. Others can burst into flame if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle. Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space. When you use anything from a container to clean your vehicle, be sure to follow the manufacturer ’ s warnings and instructions. And always open your doors or windows when you’re cleaning the inside. Never use these to clean your vehicle: Gasoline Benzene Naphtha Carbon T etrachloride Acetone Paint Thinner T urpentine Lacquer Thinner Nail Polish Remover They can all be hazardous -- some more than others -- and they can all damage your vehicle, too. Don[...]

6-53 Here are some cleaning tips: Always read the instructions on the cleaner label. Clean up stains as soon as you can -- before they set. Carefully scrape off any excess stain. Use a clean cloth or sponge, and change to a clean area often. A soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn. If a ring forms on fabric after spot cleaning, clean the entire area immediately or it will set. Using Multi-Purpose Interior Cleaner on Fabric 1. V acuum and brush the area to remove any loose dirt. 2. Always clean a whole trim panel or section. Mask surrounding trim along stitch or welt lines. 3. Mix powdered cleaner following the directions on the container label to form thick suds. 4. Use suds only and[...]

6-54 Cleaning V inyl Use warm water and a clean cloth. Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. Y ou may have to do it more than once. Things like tar , asphalt and shoe polish will stain if you don’t get them off quickly . Use a clean cloth and a vinyl/leather cleaner . See your dealer for this product. Cleaning Leather Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap or saddle soap and wipe dry with a soft cloth. Then, let the leather dry naturally . Do not use heat to dry . For stubborn stains, use a leather cleaner . See your dealer for this product. Never use oils, varnishes, solvent - based or abrasive cleaners, furniture polish or shoe polish on leather . Soiled or stained l[...]

6-55 Cleaning Glass Surfaces Glass should be cleaned often. GM Glass Cleaner or a liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films on interior glass. See “Appearance Care and Materials” in the Index. Don’t use abrasive cleaners on glass, because they may cause scratches. A void placing decals on the inside rear window , since they may have to be scraped off later . If abrasive cleaners are used on the inside of the rear window , an electric defogger element may be damaged. Any temporary license should not be attached across the defogger grid. Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield and W iper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield [...]

6-56 Cleaning a Removable Roof Panel Special care is necessary when cleaning, removing and/or storing the roof panel. Flush with water to remove dust and dirt, then dry the panel. Clean the panel with GM Glass Cleaner . Leave the cleaner on the panel for one minute, then wipe the panel with a soft, lint - free cloth. Don’t use abrasive cleaning materials. Cleaning the Outside of Y our V ehicle The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty , depth of color , gloss retention and durability . W ashing Y our V ehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle’ s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water . Don’t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun.[...]

6-57 NOTICE: Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on a basecoat/clear coat paint finish may dull the finish or leave swirl marks. Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar , tree sap, bird droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, etc., can damage your vehicle’ s finish if they remain on painted surfaces. W ash the vehicle as soon as possible. If necessary , use non - abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter . Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging, weather and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period of years. Y ou can help to keep the paint finish looking [...]

6-58 Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome - Plated Wheels (If Equipped) Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water . Rinse with clean water . After rinsing thoroughly , dry with a soft clean towel. A wax may then be applied. The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of your vehicle. Don’t use strong soaps, chemicals, abrasive polishes, abrasive cleaners, cleaners with acid or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you could damage the surface. Do not use chrome polish on aluminum wheels. Use chrome polish only on chrome - plated wheels, but avoid any painted surface of the wheel, and buff of f immediately after application. Don’t take your vehi[...]

6-59 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 a major repair expense. Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch - up materials available from your dealer or other service outlets. Larger areas of finish damage can be corrected in your dealer ’ s body and paint shop. Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody . If these are not removed, accelerated corrosion (rust) can occur on the underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection. At le[...]

6-60 GM V ehicle Care/Appearance Materials P ART NUMBER SIZE DESCRIPTION USAGE 994954 23 in. x 25 in. Polishing Cloth – W ax Treated Exterior polishing cloth 1050172 16 oz. (0.473 L) T ar and Road Oil Remover Removes tar, road oil and asphalt 1050173 16 oz. (0.473 L) Chrome Cleaner and Polish Use on chrome, stainless steel, nickel, copper and brass 1050174 16 oz. (0.473 L) White Sidewall T ire Cleaner Removes soil and black marks from whitewalls 1050214 32 oz. (0.946 L) V inyl Cleaner Cleans vinyl tops, upholstery and convertible tops 1050427 23 oz. (0.680 L) Glass Cleaner Removes dirt, grime, smoke and fingerprints 1052918** 8 oz. (0.237 L) Armor All Protectant Protects leather , wood, ac[...]

6-61 V ehicle Identification Number (VIN) This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver ’ s side. Y ou can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle. The VIN also appears on the V ehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certificates of title and registration. Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code. This code will help you identify your engine, specifications and replacement parts. Service Parts Identification Label Y ou’ll find this label located on the rear edge of the driver ’ s door . It’ s very helpful if you ever need to order [...]

6-62 Electrical System Add-On Electrical Equipment NOTICE: Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer first. Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn’t be covere d by your warranty . Some add - on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should. Y our vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting to add anything electrical to your vehicle, see “Servicing Y our Air Bag - Equipped V ehicle” in the Index. Headlamps The headlamp wiring is protected by a circuit breaker . An electrical overload will cause the lamps to go on and off, or in some cases to remain of f. If this happens, have your [...]

6-63 Fuses and Circuit Br eakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit breakers, and fusible thermal links in the wiring itself. This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems. There are three fuse centers on your vehicle. The main fuse block is located behind a cover on the driver ’ s side of the instrument panel. The other two are located in the engine compartment on the driver ’ s side. Open the cover on either of the boxes to expose the fuses. Look at the silver - colored band inside the fuse. If the band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of th[...]

6-64 Main Fuse Block Fuse Usage STOP/HAZARD Hazard Flashers, Brake Switch Assembly TURN B/U T raction Control/Second - Gear Start Switch, Back - Up Lamp Switch, T urn Flasher , Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Module Fuse Usage STG WHL CNTRL Steering Wheel Controls RADIO ACCY Delco Monsoon Radio Amplifier , Remote CD Player (T runk) T AIL LPS Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Module, Headlamp Switch HV AC HV AC Selector Switch, Rear Defogger Switch/T imer PWR ACCY Parking Lamp Relay , Hatch Release Relay , Power Mirror Switch, Radio, Shock Sensor , Instrument Cluster COUR TESY Body Control Module (BCM) GAUGES Body Control Module (BCM), Brake - T ransmission Shift Interlock (BTSI), Instrument Cluster , [...]

6-65 Fuse Usage CIG/ACCY Cigarette Lighter , Data Link Connector (DLC) DEFOG/SEA TS Rear Defogger Switch/T imer , Power Seats IGN Aftermarket Use Only STG WHL CNTRL Steering Wheel Controls Illumination WIPER/W ASH W iper Motor Assembly , W iper/W asher Switch BA TT Aftermarket Use Only WINDOWS Power W indows Switch (RH, LH), Express - Down Module, Convertible T op Switch Fuse Usage IP DIMMER D o o r Illumination Lamp (LH, RH), Headlamp Switch, Fog Lamp Switch, Instrument Cluster, HV AC Control Assembly , PRNDL Illumination Lamp, Ashtray Lamp, Radio, Rear W indow Defogger Switch/T imer , T raction Control (ASR)/Second - Gear Start Switch, Convertible T op Switch ACCY Aftermarket Use Only RADI[...]

6-66 Underhood Electrical Center Fuse and Relay Center 1 Fuse Usage ABS BA T SOL Anti - Lock Brake System TCS BA T T raction Control System (ASR) and ETC COOL F AN Cooling Fan Control PCM BA T Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Fuse Usage FUEL PUMP Fuel Pump AIR PUMP Air Pump Relay and Bleed V alve LH HDLP DR Left Headlamp Door and Module RH HDLP DR Right Headlamp Door and Module HORN Horn Relay ABS BA T - 1 Anti - Lock Brake System Module H/L DR HORN Horn and Headlamp Doors ABS BA T - 2 Anti - Lock Brake and Traction Control System (ASR) COOL F AN Cooling Fan Relays Relay Description FOG LAMP Fog Lamps HORN Horn F AN #3 Cooling Fans F AN #2 Cooling Fans F AN #1 Cooling Fans[...]

6-67 Fuse and Relay Center 2 Fuse Usage INJ - 2 Fuel Injectors (Not Used for V6) (LH Injectors for V8 and Ignition Module) INJ - 1 Fuel Injectors (All for V6) (RH Injectors for V8 and Ignition Module) ENG SEN Mass Air Flow , Heated Oxygen Sensor , Skip Shift Solenoid (V8 Only), Reverse Lockout Solenoid, Brake Switch Fuse Usage STR TR Powertrain Control Module (PCM) and Clutch Pedal Switch ABS IGN Anti - Lock Brake System Module PCM IGN Powertrain Control Module (PCM) ETC Electronic Throttle Control (V6 Only) ENG CTRL Ignition Module (V6 Only), Automatic T ransmission and Charcoal Canister Purge Solenoid A/C CRUISE Air Conditioning Compressor Relay , Cruise Control Switches and Module ENG CTR[...]

6-68 Relay Description Blank Not Used AIR PUMP Air Pump A/C COMP Air Conditioning Compressor FUEL PUMP Fuel Pump ST AR TER Starter IGN Engine Controls, Cruise Control, Air Conditioning Replacement Bulbs Back - Up 3155 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Center High - Mounted Stoplamp 921 . . . . . . . . . . . Front Parking and T urn Signal 3157 K . . . . . . . . . Headlamps Low Beam 9006 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . High Beam 9005 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sidemarker Lamps 194 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . T aillamps Only 194 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . T ail/Stop/T urn Lamps [...]

6-69 Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. Please refer to “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index for more information. Air Conditioning See the refrigerant . . . . . . . . . . . . information label under the hood. Automatic T ransmission Drain and Refill 5.0 quarts (4.7 L) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Overhaul 3800 V6 8.8 quarts (8.3 L) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.7L V8 10.8 quarts (10.2 L) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Manual T ransmission Five - Speed 3.4 quarts (3.2 L) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Six - Speed 4.0 quarts (3.8 L) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cooling System[...]

6-70 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Engine Air Cleaner/Filter A917C* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Battery 75 - 60* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Engine Oil Filter 3800 V6 PF47* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.7L V8 PF44* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fuel Filter 3800 V6 G627* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.7L V8 GF578* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PCV V alve 3800 V6 CV892C* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.7L V8 CV948C* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Radiator Cap RC24* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

7- 7-1 Section 7 Maintenance Schedule This section covers the maintenance required for your vehicle. Y our vehicle needs these services to retain its safety , dependability and emission control performance. 7 - 2 Introduction 7 - 4 Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 - 17 Part B: Owner Checks and Services 7 - 21 Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections 7 - 23 Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7 - 25 Part E: Maintenance Record[...]

7-2 Have you pur chased the GM Pr otection Plan? The Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties. See your W arranty and Owner Assistance booklet or your dealer for details. Introduction Y our V ehicle and the Envir onment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the environment. All recommended maintenance procedures are important. Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe. Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle. T o help protect our environment, and to keep your vehicle in good condition, please maintain your vehicle properly[...]

7-3 How This Section is Organized This maintenance schedule is divided into five parts: “Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” shows what to have done and how often. Some of these services can be complex, so unless you are technically qualified and have the necessary equipment, you should let your dealer ’ s service department or another qualified service center do these jobs. CAUTION: Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be dangerous. In trying to do some jobs, you can be seriously injured. Do your own maintenance work only if you have the requir ed know - how and the proper tools and equipment for the job. If you have any doubt, have a qualified technician do the work. If y[...]

7-4 Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Using Y our Maintenance Schedule W e at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition. But we don’t know exactly how you’ll drive it. Y ou may drive very short distances only a few times a week. Or you may drive long distances all the time in very hot, dusty weather . Y ou may use your vehicle in making deliveries. Or you may drive it to work, to do errands or in many other ways. Because of all the different ways people use their vehicles, maintenance needs vary . Y ou may need more frequent checks and replacements. So please read the following and note how you drive. If you have any questions on how to keep your ve[...]

Scheduled Maintenance 7-5 The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles (166 000 km) at the same intervals. The services shown at 150,000 miles (240 000 km) should be performed at the same interval after 150,000 miles (240 000 km). See “Owner Checks and Services” and “Periodic Maintenance Inspections” following. Footnotes The U.S. Envir onmental Pr otection Agency or the California Air Resour ces Boar d has determined that the failur e to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit r ecall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle’ s useful life. W e, however , ur ge that all r e[...]

Scheduled Maintenance 7-6 Engine Oil Scheduled Maintenance Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the GM Oil Life System (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Reset the system. The system will show you when to change the oil -- usually between 3,000 miles (5 000 km) and 10,000 miles (16 000 km) since your last oil change. Under severe conditions, the indicator may come on before 3,000 miles (5 000 km). Never drive your vehicle more than 10,000 miles (16 000 km) or 12 months without an oil and filter change. The system won’t detect dust in the oil. So if you drive in a dusty area, be sure to change your oil and filter every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or sooner if the OIL CHANGE li[...]

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Scheduled Maintenance 7-9 7,500 Miles (12 500 km) Rotate tires. See “T ire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary . An Emission Contr ol Service. (See footnote .) Change automatic transmission fluid and filter 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. – When doing frequent trailer towing. – Uses such as found in taxi, police o[...]

Scheduled Maintenance 7-10 22,500 Miles (37 500 km) Rotate tires. See “T ire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) Change automatic transmission fluid and filter 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. – When doing frequent trailer towing. – Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service. If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the fluid and filter every 50,000 miles (83 000 km). Rotate [...]

Scheduled Maintenance 7-1 1 37,500 Miles (62 500 km) Rotate tires. See “T ire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary . An Emission Contr ol Service. (See footnote .) Change automatic transmission fluid and filter 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. – When doing frequent trailer towing. – Uses such as found in taxi, polic[...]

Scheduled Maintenance 7-12 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) If you haven’t used your vehicle under severe conditions listed previously and, therefore, haven’t changed your automatic transmission fluid, change both the fluid and filter . Manual transmission fluid doesn’t require change. 52,500 Miles (87 500 km) Rotate tires. See “T ire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) Change automatic transmission fluid and filter 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 [...]

Scheduled Maintenance 7-13 Rotate tires. See “T ire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) Inspect engine accessory drive belt. An Emission Contr ol Service. Replace engine air cleaner filter . An Emission Contr ol Service. 67,500 Miles (1 12 500 km) Rotate tires. See “T ire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary . An Emission Contr ol Service. (See footnote .) (Continued) ACTUAL SER VICED BY : MILEAGE DA TE ACTUAL[...]

Scheduled Maintenance 7-14 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) (Continued) Change automatic transmission fluid and filter 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. – When doing frequent trailer towing. – Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service. If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the fluid and filter every 50,000 miles (83 000 km). Rotate tires. See “T ire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 82,500 Miles (137 5[...]

Scheduled Maintenance 7-15 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) Change automatic transmission fluid and filter 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. – When doing frequent trailer towing. – Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service. If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the fluid and filter every 50,000 miles (83 000 km). Replace engine air cleaner filter . An Emission Contr ol Service. Rotate tires. See “T ire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additio[...]

Scheduled Maintenance 7-16 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Contr ol Service. Replace spark plugs. An Emission Contr ol Service. If you haven’t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and, therefore, haven’t changed your automatic transmission fluid, change both the fluid and filter . Manual transmission fluid doesn’ t require change. 150,000 Miles (240 000 km) Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 60 months since last service, whichever occurs first). See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator , condenser , pressure cap and neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressur[...]

7-17 Part B: Owner Checks and Services 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. At Each Fuel Fill It is important for you or a service station attendant to perform these underhood checks at each fuel fill. Engine Oil Level Check Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary . See “Engine Oil” in the Index for further details. Engine Coolant Level Check [...]

7-18 Also look for any opened or broken air bag coverings, and have them repaired or replaced. (The air bag system does not need regular maintenance.) Wiper Blade Check Inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking. Replace blade inserts that appear worn or damaged or that streak or miss areas of the windshield. Also see “W iper Blades, Cleaning” in the Index. W eatherstrip Lubrication Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer , seal better , and not stick or squeak. Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth. During very cold, damp weather more frequent application may be required. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. Manual T ransmission Check Check the[...]

7-19 Starter Switch Check CAUTION: When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly . If it does, you or others could be injured. Follow the steps below . 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” in the Index if necessary . NOTE: Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts. 3. On automatic transmission vehicles, try to start the engine in each gear . The starter should work only in P ARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). If the starter works in any other position, your vehicle needs service. On manual transmission vehicles, put [...]

7-20 Ignition T ransmission Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition key to LOCK in each shift lever position. W ith an automatic transmission, the key should turn to LOCK only when the shift lever is in P ARK (P). W ith a manual transmission, the key should turn to LOCK only when you press the key release button. On all vehicles, the key should come out only in LOCK. Parking Brake and Automatic T ransmission P ARK (P) Mechanism Check CAUTION: When you are doing this check, your vehicle could begin to move. Y ou or others could be injured and pr operty could be damaged. Make sure ther e is room in fr ont of your vehicle in case it begins to roll. Be r[...]

7-21 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). Y ou should let your dealer ’ s service department or other qualified service center do these jobs. Make sur e any necessary r epairs ar e completed at once. Proper procedures to perform these services may be found in a service manual. See “Service and Owner Publications” in the Index. Steering and Suspension Inspection Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged, loose or missing parts, signs of wear or lack of lubrication. Inspect the power steering lines and hoses for proper hook[...]

7-22 Throttle System Inspection (Except 3800 Series V6 Engine) Inspect the throttle system for interference or binding, and for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts as needed. Replace any components that have high effort or excessive wear . Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise control cables. Rear Axle Service Check the gear lubricant level in the rear axle and add if needed. See “Rear Axle” in the Index. A fluid loss may indicate a problem. Check the axle and repair it if needed. Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook - up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condi[...]

7-23 Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your dealer . USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT Engine Oil Engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol of the proper viscosity . T o determine the preferred viscosity for your vehicle’ s engine, see “Engine Oil” in the Index. Engine Coolant 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only GM Goodwrench DEX - COOL or Havoline DEX - COOL Coolant. See “Engine Coolant” in the Index. USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT Hydraulic Brake System Delco Supreme 1 1 Brake Fluid (GM Part No. 12377967 or equivalent D[...]

7-24 USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT Key Lock Cylinders Multi - Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241 or equivalent). Clutch Linkage Pivot Points Engine oil. Floor Shift Linkage Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. 12346293 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI # 2 Category LB or GC - LB. Chassis Lubrication Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI # 2, Category LB or GC - LB. Rear Axle (Standard Differential) SAE 7 5W - 90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. 12378261) or equivalent meeting GM Specification 9986115. USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT Rear Axle (Limited - Slip Differential) SA E 75W - 90 Synthetic Axle Lu[...]

7-25 Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval. Any additional information from “Owner Checks and Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” can be added on the following record pages. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts. Y our owner information portfolio is a convenient place to store them. Maintenance Record DA TE ODOMETER READING SER VICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED[...]

7-26 Maintenance Record DA TE ODOMETER READING SER VICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED[...]

8- 8-1 Section 8 Customer Assistance Information Here you will find out how to contact Chevrolet if you need assistance. This section also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects. 8 - 2 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 8 - 4 Customer Assistance for T ext T elephone (TTY) Users 8 - 4 Customer Assistance Offices 8 - 5 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities 8 - 6 Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Program 8 - 7 Canadian Roadside Assistance 8 - 8 Courtesy T ransportation 8 - 9 W arranty Information 8 - 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 8 - 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 8 - 1 1 Reporting Safety Defec[...]

8-2 Customer Satisfaction Procedur e Y our 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 . If your concern has not been resolved to your satisfaction, the following steps should be taken: STEP ONE -- Discuss your concern with a member of dealership management. Normally , concerns can be quickly resolved at that level. If the matter has already been reviewed with the sales, service or parts manager , contact the owner of th[...]

8-3 STEP TWO -- If after contacting a member of dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help, contact the Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center by calling 1-800-222-1020. In Canada, contact GM of Canada Customer Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French). W e encourage you to call the toll-free number in order to give your inquiry prompt attention. Please have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative: V ehicle Identification Number (This is available from the vehicle registration or title, or the plate at the top left of the instrument panel [...]

8-4 The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court program administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehicle repairs or the interpretation of the New V ehicle Limited W arranty . Although you may be required to resort to this informal dispute resolution program prior to filing a court action, use of the program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within 40 days. If you do not agree with the decision given in your case, you may reject it and proceed with any other venue for relief available to you. Y ou may contact the BBB using the toll - free telephone number or write them at the following address: BBB Auto Line Council [...]

8-5 From: Puerto Rico: 1-800-496-9992 (English) 1-800-496-9993 (Spanish) U.S. V irgin Islands: 1-800-496-9994 Fax Number: 313-381-0022 Canada General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 1-800-263-3777 (English) 1-800-263-7854 (French) 1-800-263-3830 (F o r T ex t T el ephone devices (TTYs)) Roadside Assistance: 1-800-268-6800 Mexico, Central America and Caribbean Islands/Countries (Except Puerto Rico and U.S. V irgin Islands) 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 . 1 1910, Mexico, D.F . 01-800-508-0000 Long Distance: 01 1-52 - 53 2[...]

8-6 Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Program T o enhance Chevrolet’ s strong commitment to customer satisfaction, Chevrolet is excited to announce the establishment of the Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Center . As the owner of a 2001 Chevrolet, membership in Roadside Assistance is free. Roadside Assistance is available 24 hours a day , 365 days a year , by calling 1 - 800 - CHEV -USA (243 - 8872). This toll-free number will provide you over - the - phone roadside assistance with minor mechanical problems. If your problem cannot be resolved over the phone, our advisors have access to a nationwide network of dealer recommended service providers. Roadside membership is free; however some service[...]

8-7 Chevrolet offers Courtesy T ransportation for customers needing warranty service. Courtesy T ransportation will be offered in conjunction with the coverage provided by the Bumper - to - Bumper New V ehicle Limited W arranty to eligible purchasers of 2001 Chevrolet passenger cars and light duty trucks. (Please see your selling dealer for details.) Courtesy Car e is available to retail and retail lease customers operating 2001 and newer Chevrolet vehicles for a period of 3 years/36,000 miles (60 000 km), whichever occurs first. All Courtesy Car e services must be pre - arranged by Chevrolet Roadside or dealer service management. Basic Car e and Courtesy Car e are not part of or included in[...]

8-8 Courtesy T ransportation Chevrolet has always exemplified quality and value in its offering of motor vehicles. T o enhance your ownership experience, we and our participating dealers are proud to offer Courtesy T ransportation, a customer support program for new vehicles. The Courtesy T ransportation program is offered to retail purchase/lease customers in conjunction with the Bumper - to - Bumper coverage provided by the New V ehicle Limited W arranty . Several transportation options are available when warranty repairs are required. This will reduce your inconvenience during warranty repairs. Plan Ahead When Possible When your vehicle requires warranty service, you should contact your d[...]

8-9 Courtesy Rental V ehicle When your vehicle is unavailable due to overnight warranty repairs, your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehicle you obtained, at actual cost, up to a maximum of $30.00 per day supported by receipts. This requires that you sign and complete a rental agreement and meet state, local and rental vehicle provider requirements. Requirements vary and may include minimum age requirements, insurance coverage, credit card, etc. Y ou are responsible for fuel usage charges and may also be responsible for taxes, levies, usage fees, excessive mileage or rental usage beyond the completion of the repair . Generally i[...]

8-10 REPOR TING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED ST A TES GOVERNMENT If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway T raffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in addition to notifying General Motors. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However , NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer or General Motors. T o contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll - free at 1 - 800 - 424 - 9393 (or 366 - 0123 [...]

8-1 1 REPOR TING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOT ORS In addition to notifying NHTSA (or T ransport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you’ll notify us. Please call us at 1 - 800 - 222 - 1020, or write: Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P .O. Box 33170 Detroit, MI 48232 - 5170 In Canada, please call us at 1 - 800 - 263 - 3777 (English) or 1 - 800 - 263 - 7854 (French). Or , write: General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7[...]

8-12 2001 CHEVROLET SERVICE PUBLICA TIONS ORDERING INFORMA TION The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your vehicle can be purchased by filling out the Service Publication Order Form in this book and mailing it in with your check, money order , or credit card information to Helm, Incorporated (address below .) CURRENT PUBLICA TIONS FOR 2001 CHEVROLET SERVICE MANUALS Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body , etc. RET AIL SELL PRICE: $120.00 TRANSMISSION, TRANSAXLE, TRANSFER CASE UNIT REP AIR MANUAL This manual provides information on unit repair service procedures, adju[...]

8-13 PUBLICA TION FORM NUMBER Orders will be mailed within 10 days of receipt. Please allow adequate time for postal service. If further information is needed, write to the address shown below or call 1-800-551-4123. Material cannot be returned for credit without packing slip with return information within 30 days of delivery . On returns, a re-stocking fee may be applied against the original order . ORDER TOLL FREE (NOTE: For Credit Card Holders Only) 1-800-551-4123 (Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM EST) F AX Orders Only 1-313-865-5927 Service Manual NOTE: Dealers and Companies please provide dealer or company name, and also the name of the person to whose attention the shipment should be [...]