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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 .
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.
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.
Table of Contents (cont'd) Customer Assistance Information In the Index you will find an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual.
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.
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 .
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 .
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.
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.
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 .
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 .
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.
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 .
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.
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 .
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.
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.
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.
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 .
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 .
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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 .
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 .
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.
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 .
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 .
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 .
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 .
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.
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 .
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.
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 .
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 .
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 .
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 .
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.
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 .
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 .
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.
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.
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 .
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 indshi.
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 .
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.
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).
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 .
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 .
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 .
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.
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.
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 .
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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).
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.
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 .
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.
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 .
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).
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.
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.
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 .
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.
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.
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.
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 .
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 .
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 .
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.
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.
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 .
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 .
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.
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 .
3-25 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.
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.
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.
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- 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 .
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.
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.
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 .
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 .
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.
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.
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 -.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 .
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 .
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 .
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 .
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.
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.
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.
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 .
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 .
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 .
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 .
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 .
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
6-45 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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).
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.
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.
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.
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 .
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 .
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.
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 (.
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 Illuminatio.
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 Powertr.
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).
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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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 . . . .
6-70 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Engine Air Cleaner/Filter A917C* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Battery 75 - 60* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Engine Oil Filter 3800 V6 PF47* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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 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.
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.
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.
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).
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.
Scheduled Maintenance 7-7.
Scheduled Maintenance 7-8.
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.
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 .
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.
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.
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 .
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 .
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 .
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 .
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.
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.
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.
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).
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.
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.
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 .
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.
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.
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 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.
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).
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 .
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 .
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 .
An important point after buying a device Chevrolet 2001 (or even before the purchase) is to read its user manual. We should do this for several simple reasons:
If you have not bought Chevrolet 2001 yet, this is a good time to familiarize yourself with the basic data on the product. First of all view first pages of the manual, you can find above. You should find there the most important technical data Chevrolet 2001 - thus you can check whether the hardware meets your expectations. When delving into next pages of the user manual, Chevrolet 2001 you will learn all the available features of the product, as well as information on its operation. The information that you get Chevrolet 2001 will certainly help you make a decision on the purchase.
If you already are a holder of Chevrolet 2001, but have not read the manual yet, you should do it for the reasons described above. You will learn then if you properly used the available features, and whether you have not made any mistakes, which can shorten the lifetime Chevrolet 2001.
However, one of the most important roles played by the user manual is to help in solving problems with Chevrolet 2001. Almost always you will find there Troubleshooting, which are the most frequently occurring failures and malfunctions of the device Chevrolet 2001 along with tips on how to solve them. Even if you fail to solve the problem, the manual will show you a further procedure – contact to the customer service center or the nearest service center
