The 2003 Chevrolet Corvette Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ........................... 1-1 Front Seats ............................................... 1-2 Safety Belts .............................................. 1-7 ....................................... 1-21 Child Restraints Air Bag System ....................................... 1-39 ............................ 1-48 Restraint System Check Features and Controls ..................................... 2-1 Keys ...................................
Canadian Owners You can obtain a French copy of this manual from your dealer or from: Helm, Incorporated P.O. Box 07130 Detroit, MI 48207 GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem and the name CORVETTE and the CORVETTE Emblem are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation. This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed. We reserve the right to make changes after that time without further notice.
Safety Warnings and Symbols You will also find a circle with a slash through it in this book. This safety symbol means “Don’t,’’ “Don’t do this” or “Don’t let this happen.” You will find a number of safety cautions in this book. We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning. These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people. I In the caution area, we teli you what the hazard is.
Vehicle Damage Warnings Vehicle Symbols Also, in this book you will find these notices: Your vehicle may be equipped with components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols, used on your vehicle, are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component, control, message, gage or indicator Notice: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. A notice will tell you about something that can damage your vehicle.
These are some examples of vehicle symbols you may find on your vehicle: A ~ CAUTION POSSIBLE OCCUPANT PROTECT INJURY LATCH BOTH LAP AND SHOULDER BELTS TO DONOTTWISTSAFETY BELT WHENAnACHING $ SHIELDING CAUSTIC BATTERY % ACIDcoULD CAUSE BURNS SPARKS OR FLAMES FAEXST AIRBAG BELTS MOVE SEAT FULLY \$% REARWARD* SECURE CHILD SEAT /7 COMPLETELY THEN SECURE CHILD SEAT WINDOW a, - ILIGHTING MASTER 0 op p \ PARKING LAMPS DO NOT INSTALL A REAR-FACING CHILD RESTRAINT IN THIS SEATING POSITION k
Model Reference This manual covers these models: I 1 Convertible 206 I Coupe
Section Seats and Restraint Systems Front Seats ..................................................... -1-2 Manual Seats ................................................ 1-2 Power Seats ................................................. -1-2 Reclining Seatbacks ........................................ 1-3 Seatback Latches ........................................... 1-5 Sport Seat ..................................................... 1-6 Safety Belts .....................................................
Front Seats Power Seats Manual Seats If your vehicle has this feature, the control for the power seats will be located on the outboard side of each seat, near the base. To move a manual seat, pull up on the lever located in front of the seat to unlock it. Slide the seat to where you want it and release the lever. Then try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locked into place.
Different parts of the power seat control move different parts of the seat. To move the seat forward or rearward, move the control in that direction. Move the control up to raise the seat and down to lower it. By tilting the back of the control, it will raise or lower the back of the seat. Tilting the front of the control will raise or lower the front of the seat. Reclining Seatbacks Your preferred seat position can be stored and recalled if you have the memory option. See Memory on page 2-55.
Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can’t do their job when you’re reclined like this. The shoulder belt can’t do its job becauseit won’t be against your body. Instead,it will be in front ofyou. In a crash you couldgo into it, receiving neck or other injuries. But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving. 1-4 The lap belt can’t do its jobeither. In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen.
Seatback Latches If the seatback isn’t locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked. Both seatbacks fold forward to give you access to the rear area. To fold a seatback forward, lift this latch, which is located on top of the backside of the seat, and ~ c !!he ! seathack forward Tho seatback will lock down in this position.
Sport Seat If your vehicle has this feature, there are three other controls that help you change the shape of the seat in addition to the power seat control. There are two lumbar supports for the middle(A) and lower (6) back. There’s also a side bolster control (C) that adjusts the sides of the seat around you to give you more lateral support. For lumbar support, move each control (A) and (B) forward to inflate or rearward to deflate.
Safety Belts Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts. Don’t let anyone ride where he or she can’t wear a safety beat properly, If you are in a crash and you’re not wearing a safety belt, your injuries can be much worse. You can hit things inside the vehicle or be ejected from it. You can be seriously injured or killed.In the same crash, you might not beif you are buckled up.
In most states and all Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts. Here’s why: They work. Why Safety Belts Work You never know if you’ll be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you don’t know if it will be a bad one. it goes. YOU ride in or on anything, you go as fast as A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up a person wouldn’t survive. But most crashes are in between. In many of them, people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away.
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Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Q: Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I’m wearing a safety belt? A: You could be - whether you’re wearing a safety belt or not. But you can unbuckle a safety belt, even if you’re upside down. And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident, so you can unbuckle and get out, is much greater if you are belted.
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Driver Position This part describes the driver’s restraint system. Lap-Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Here’s how to wear it properly. 1. Close and lock the door. 2. Adjust the seat so you can sit up straight. To see how, see Reclining Seatbacks on page 1-3. 3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted. The lap-shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly. If this happens, let the belt go back slightly to unlock it.
The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen.This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces.
Q: What’s wrong with this? You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder ,It is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection this way.
Q: What’s wrong with this? You can be seriol y i I , Ired if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you. A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place.
Q: What’s wrong with this? You can be serious injured if yoIU wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move toofar forward, which would increase the chanceof head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which aren’t as strong as shoulder bones. You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen. I L A! ~. -. The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times.
Q: What’s wrong with this? You ea seriouslyinjured b z - tw.-_ed belt. In a crash, you wouldn’t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer to fix it. A: The belt is twisted across the body.
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Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don’t wear safety belts. 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.
Child Restraints Older Children Q: What is the proper way to wear safety belts? A: If possible, an older child should wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck. The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips, just touching the top of the thighs. It should never be worn over the abdomen, which could cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash.
Q: What if a child is wearing a lap-shoulderbelt, but the childis so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child’sface or neck? A: Move the child toward the center of the vehicle, but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child’s shoulder, so that in a crash the child’s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide. Never do this. Here two children are wearing the same belt. The belt can’t properly spread the impact forces.
this way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt’s force would then be applied right on the child’s abdomen.That could cause serious or fatal injuries. The lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the child’s thighs. This applies belt force to the child’s pelvic bones in a crash. infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This includes infants and all other children.
example, In a crasn ar c 25 mpn (40 km/h), a 12-lb. (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a 240-lb. (110 kg) force on a person’s arms. A baby should be secured in an appropriate restraint. F I People should neverhold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn’t weigh much until a crash. During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it.
Q: What are the different types of add-on child restraints? 4: Add-on child restraints, which are purchased by the vehicle’s owner, are available in four basic types. Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child’s weight, height and age but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used. For most basic types of child restraints, there are many different models available.
Child Restraint Systems The body s t r u c L e of a young child is ,Ate unlike that of an adult or older child, for whom the safety belts are designed. A young child’s hip bones arestill so small that the vehicle’s regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones, as it should. Instead, it may settle up around the child’s abdomen.In a crash, the belt would apply force on a body area that’s unprotected by any bony structure. This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries.
A rear-facing infant seat (6) provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant. The h2.rnqss system holds the infant in place and, in a crash, acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint. A forward-facing child seat (C-E) provides restraint for the child’s body with the harness and also sometimes with surfaces such as T-shaped or shelf-like shields.
Q: How do child restraints work? A: A child restraint system is any device designed for A booster seat (F-G) is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle’s safety belt system. Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner, and some high-back booster seats have a five-point harness. A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window. 1-28 use in a motor vehicle to restrain, seat, or position children.
When choosing a child restraint, be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is, it will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards. Then follow the instructions for the restraint. You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both. These restraints use the belt system in your vehicle, but the child also has to be secured within the restraintto help reduce the chance of personal injury.
Top Strap Some child restraints have a top strap, or “top tether”. It can help restrain the child restraint during a collision. For it to work, a top strap must be properly anchored to the vehicle. Some top strap-equipped child restraints are designed for use with or without the top strap being anchored. Others require the top strap always to be anchored. Be sure to read and follow the instructions for your child restraint.
Once you have the top strap anchored, you’ll be ready to secure the child restraint itself. Tighten the top strap when and as the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions say. Top Strap Anchor Location If your vehicle is a Z06, an anchor bracket for a top strap is located behind the passengers’s seat in the cargo area. Anchor the top strap to the bracket. Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) Your vehicle has the LATCH system. You’ll find anchors (A) in the passenger seat.
In order to use the system, you need either a forward-facing child restraint that has attaching points (B) at its base and a top tether anchor (C), or a rear-facing child restraint that has attaching points (B), as shown here. With this system, use the LATCH system instead of the vehicle’s safety belts to secure a child restraint.
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System If a LATCH-type child restraint isn’t attached to its anchorage points, the restraint won’t be able to protect a child sitting there.In a crash, the child could be seriously injured or killed. Make sure that a LATCH-type child restraint is properly installed using the anchorage points, or use the vehicle’s safety beltsto secure the restraint.
Securing a Child Restraint in the Passenger Seat Position Your vehicle has a passenger air bag. There’s an air bag off switch in the glove box you can use to turn off the passenger’s air bag when you want to secure a rear-facing child restraint at the passenger’s position. See Air Bag Off Switch on page 1-44 for more on this, including important safety information.
Unless the passenger’s air bag has been turned off, never put a rear-facing child restraint in this vehicle. Here’s why: A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the passenger’s air bag inflates. This is because the back of the rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag. Do not use a rear-facing child restraint in this vehicle unless the passenger’s air bag has beeE turned off.
You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See Top Strap on page 1-30 if the child restraint has one. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say. Your vehicle has a passenger’s air bag. If you are using a rear-facing child restraint in thisseat, make sure the air bag is turned off. See Air Bag Off Switch on page 1-44.
5. Pull the rest of the lap belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 6. To tighten the belt, feed the lap belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. You may find it helpful to use your knee to push , +:-htnn +hn knit dowr I UI I 11 It= CI lllU l G 3 1 I a l l I 1 zs .y,_, u u 1,yi ,I l-!l-l L--:-L 11bI I & II b U"'.. 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure.
To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and let it go back all the way. The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger. If you were using a rear-facing child restraint, turn on the passenger’s air bag when you remove the rear-facing child restraint from the vehicle unless the person who will be sitting there is a member of a passenger air bag risk group. See Air Bag Off Switch on page 1-43.
Air Bag System This part explains the air bag system. Your vehicle has air bags - one air bag for the driver and another air bag for the passenger. Frontal air bags are designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating air bag. But these air bags must inflate very quickly to do their job and comply with federal regulations. Here are the most important things to know about the air bag system: .Ne jn a crash You can be severel, .
The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See Air Bag Readiness Light on page 3-32 for more information. yonewho i ~p -ainst,or vc close to, any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Air bags plus lap-shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults,but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle’s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them.
If something is between an occupant and an air bag, the bag might not inflate properly orit might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death. The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear. Don’t put anything between an occupant and an airbag, and don’t attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other air The passenger’s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side.
When Should an Air Bag Inflate? What Makes an Air Bag Inflate? An air bag is designed to inflate in a moderate to severe frontal, or near-frontal crash. The air bag will inflate only if the impact speed is above the system’s designed “threshold level”. If your vehicle goes straight into a wall that doesn’t move or deform, the threshold level is about 9 to 15 mph (14 to 24 km/h). The threshold level can vary, however, with specific vehicle design, so that it can be somewhat above or below this range.
What Will You See After an Air Bag Inflates? After the air bag inflates, it quickly deflates, so quickly that some people may not even realize the air bag inflated. Some components of the air bag module - the steering wheel hub for the driver’s air bag, the instrument panel for the passenger’s bag - will be hot for a short time. The parts of the bag that come into contact with you may be warm, but not too hot to touch. There will be some smoke and dust coming from the vents in the deflated air bags.
Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the passenger air bag. Air bags are designed to inflate only once. After an air bag inflates, you’ll need some newparts for your air bag system. If you don’t get them, theair bag system won’t be there to help protect you in another crash. A new system will include air bag modules and possibly other parts. The service manual for your vehicle covers the need to replace other parts.
Infant. An infant (less than 1 year old) must ride in the front seat because: 0 my vehicle has no rear seat; Medical Condition.
To turn off the passenger’s air bag, insert your ignition key into the switch, push in, and move the switch to the off position. The AIR BAG OFF light on the center console switch panel will come on to let you know that the passenger’s air bag is off. The passenger’s air bag will remain off until you turn it back on again, and the AIR BAG OFF light will stay on to remind you that the air bag is off.
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the air bag system in several places around your vehicle. You don’t want the system to inflate while someone is working on your vehicle. Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag system. To purchase a service manual, see Service Publications Ordering Information on Dage 7-10.
Restraint System Check Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired. Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash. They can rip apart under impact forces.
If you ever see a label on the driver’s safety belt that says to replace the belt, be sure to do so. Then the new belt will be there to help protect you in a collision. You would see this label on the belt near the latch plate. If belts are cut or damaged, replace them. Collision damage also may mean you will need to have safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced. New parts and repairs may be necessary even it the belt wasn’t being used at the time of the collision.
Section 2 Features and Controls Keys .......................................................... -2-3 Remote Keyless Entry System ......................... 2.4 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation ...........2.5 Doors and Locks ............................................. 2.9 Door Locks .................................................... 2.9 Power Door Locks ........................................ 2-10 Lockout Protection ........................................ 2-10 Leaving Your Vehicle ...............
2 eatures an Storage Areas ...................... ..... ........ Glove Box ......................... .................... Cupholder(s) ...................... Center Console Storage Area .................... Floor Mats ......................... .................... Rear Storage Area .............. .................... Convenience Net ................ .................... ................... Cargo Cover .................... 2-2 ...2.39 ..-2-39 ...2.39 , ...2.39 ...2.40 ...2.41 ...2.42 ...2.
I Leaving children in a vehicle with the igni, n key is dangerous for many reasons. 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.
r One key is used for the ignition, the driver’s door and all other locks. Notice: Your vehicle has a number of features that can help prevent theft. You can have a lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lock your keys inside. You may even have to damage your vehicle to get in. So be sure you have spare keys. If you ever do get locked out of your vehicle, call Chevrolet Roadside Assistance. See Roadside Assisfance Program on page 7-5 for more information.
Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment. Remote Keyless Entry System Operation If you ever notice a decrease in the remote keyless entry transmitter range, try doing one of the following: Your vehicle has a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) system that allows you to lock and unlock your doors, unlock your hatchkrunk lid, turn the panic alarm on and off and disarm or arm your theft-deterrent system.
The driver’s door will unlock when the unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed, or press the unlock button again within five seconds to unlock both doors. Also, by pressing the unlock button, it may automatically disarm your theft-deterrent system, depending on how the theft-deterrent system is programmed. If it’s dark enough outside, your interior lamps will come on. Your memory settings will also be recalled when you press the unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter.
Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle Each remote kevless entw transmitter is coded to prevent anothertransmitter from unlocking your vehicle. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased through your dealer. Remember to bring any remaining transmitters with you when you go to your dealer. When the dealer matches the replacement transmitter to your vehicle, any remaining transmitters must also be matched.
Battery Replacement Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter should last about three years. You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won’t work at the normal range in any location. If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works, it’s probably time to change the battery. Notice: When replacing the battery, use care not to touch any of the circuitry. Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter.
Doors and Locks There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle. Door Locks To lock or unlock the door from the outside, use your door key on the drivers’s side or the remote keyless entry transmitter. ’ 1 Unlocked )ors can be dangerous. 0 Passengers - especially children - can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. When a door is locked,the handle won’t open it. You increase the chance of being thrown 0i;a of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren’t locked.
Power Door Locks Lockout Protection If you press the power door lock switch when a door is open and a key is in the ignition, a chime will sound. If the power door lock switch is pressed again within five seconds, the doors will lock. Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving the vehicle, take your key, open your door and set the locks from inside or with the remote keyless entry transmitter. Then get out and close the door. Press the power door switch on either door to unlock or lock both doors at once.
Hatchnrunk I It can be dangerous to drive with the hatch/ trunk lid open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle. You can’t see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. If you must drive with the trunk lid open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the hatchhrunk lid: Make sure all other windows are shut.
Hatchnrunk Lid Release The remote keyless entry transmitter will also release the hatch/trunk lid. See Remote Keyless Entry System on page 2-4. If your vehicle is equipped with a hatch and you have lost battery power, use the manual release cables to open the hatch. To access the cables, remove the two access panels located in the rear of the trunk area. There is one cable located under each access panel. See Rear Storage Area on page 2-41 for more information.
If your vehicle is equipped with a convertible top/hardtop and you have lost battery power, use the manual release cable to open the trunk lid. To access the cable, remove the center storage compartment lid located in the rear of the trunk area. See Rear Storage Area on page 2-37 for more information. Emergency Trunk Release Handle (Convertible Only) - Pull the cable straight down to release the trunk lid.
Windows Leaving children in a ve,,,Ae with the windows closed is dangerous. A child can be overcome by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather.
Power Windows With power windows, switches on the door control each windowwhen the ignition is on orwhenRAP is present.See“RetainedAccessoryPower (RAP)” under Ignition Positions on page 2-20. Express-Down Window Both driver’s and passenger’s window switches have the express-down feature. Tap AUTO and immediately release. The window will lower completely. To stop the express-down feature from lowering the window completely, simply tap the switch again.
Theft-Deterrent Systems Arming the System Vehicle theft is big business, expecially in some cities. Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrent features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal. However, there are ways you can help. Use one of the two following items listed here to arm the system: Press the lock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter. 0 Theft-Deterrent System Your vehicle is equipped with a theft-deterrent alarm system.
Testing the Alarm PASS-Key@ Use the following to test the system: Your vehicle is equipped with the PASS-Key@(Personalized Automotive Security System) theft-deterrent system. PASS-Key@is a passive theft-deterrent system. it works when you insert or remove the key from the ignition. 1. Make sure the hatchhrunk lid is latched. 2. Lower the window on the driver’s door. 3. Manually arm the system. 4. Close the doors and wait 15 seconds. 5.
The key must be clean and dry before it’s inserted in the ignition or the engine may not start. If the SECURITY light comes on, the key may be dirty or wet. If this happens and the starter won’t work, turn the ignition off. Clean and dry the key, wait three minutes and try again. If the starter still won’t work, wait three minutes and try the other ignition key. At this time, you may also want to check the fuses. See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5-86.
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle New Vehicle Break-In Notice: Your vehicle doesn’t need an elaborate ”break-in.” But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines: @ Keep your speed at 55 mph (88 km/h) or less for the first 500 miles (805 km). Don’t drive at any one speed - fast or slow - for the first 500 miles (805 km). Don’t make full-throttle starts. Front Air Dam Your vehicle is equipped with a front air dam which has minimal ground clearance for aerodynamics.
Ignition Positions ~ With the key in the ignition switch, you can turn it to four different positions. OFF: This is the only position from which you can remove the key. If you have an automatic transmission, the ignition switch can’t be turned to OFF unless the shift lever is in PARK (P). ACC (Accessory): This is the position in which you can operate your electrical accessories.
When the engine is not running, ACC and ON allow you to operate your electrical accessories, such as the radio. A warning tone will sound if you open the driver’s door while the ignition is in OFF or ACC and the key is in the ignition. Retained Accessory Power (RAP) With RAP, your power windows and the audio system will continue to work for up to 15 minutes after the ignition key is turned to OFF and neither door is opened. If a door is opened, the power windows and audio system will shut off.
When starting your engine in very cold weather (below 0°F or -18”C), do this: 1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition key to START and hold it there up to 15 seconds. When the engine starts, let go of the key. 2. If your engine still won’t start (or starts but then stops), it could be flooded with too much gasoline. Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in START for about three seconds.
Engine Coolant Heater (Canada Only) To Use The Engine Coolant Heater 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. The electrical cord is attached to the generator bracket assembly, between the generator and the windshield washer fluid tank. With the headlamps closed, route the cord in the opening between the headlamp door and the fender panel on the driver’s side of the vehicle. Do not pinch the cord when closing the hood. 3.
4. Before starting the engine, be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts. If you don’t it could be damaged. Automatic Transmission Operation How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in? The answer depends on the outside temperature, the kind of oil you have, and some other things. Instead of trying to list everything here, we ask that you contact your dealer in the area where you’ll be parking your vehicle.
: is lngerous to get out of yc vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. Don’t leave your vehicle when the engineis running unless you haveto. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured.To be sure your vehicle won’t move, even when you’re on fairly level ground, always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK (P). See “Shifting into Park (P)” in the Index.
NEUTRAL (N): In this position, your engine doesn’t connect with the wheels. To restart when you’re already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. Also, use NE1JTRAL(N) when your vehicle is being towed. Here are some times you might choose THIRD (3) instead of AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (a): When driving on hilly, winding roads. 0 Shngintoadriv Jear VI leyour enc_ e is “racing” (running at high speed) is dangerous. Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal, your vehicle could move very rapidly.
Nofice: If your rear wheels won’t turn, don’t try to drive. This might happen if you were stuckin very deep sand or mud or wereup against a solid object. You could damage your transmission. Also, if you stop when going uphill, don’t hold your vehicle there with only the accelerator pedal. This could overheat and damage the transmission. Use your brakes or shift into PARK (P) to hold your vehicle in position on a hill. Maximum engine speed is limited to protect driveline components from improper operation.
NEUTRAL: Use this position when you start or idle your engine. Your shift lever is in NEUTRAL when it is centered in the shift pattern, not in any gear. Shift Speeds (V-nual Trans-'-s(C--) REVERSE (R): To back up, press down the clutch pedal and shift into REVERSE (R). Just apply pressure to get the lever past FIFTH (5) and SIXTH (6) into REVERSE (R). Let up on the clutch pedal slowly while pressing the accelerator pedal.
If your engine speed drops below 900 rpm, or if the engine is not running smoothly, you should downshift to the next lower gear. You may have to downshift two or more gears to keep the engine running smoothly or for good engine performance. Notice: When you are shifting gears, don't move the gearshift lever around needlessly. This can damage parts of the transmission and may require costly repair. Shift directly into the next appropriate gear.
If your vehicle is a Z06, do not downshift into a gear shown below at a speed greater than shown in the table: Parking Brake Notice: If you skip more than one gear when you downshift, or if you race the engine when you release the clutch pedal while downshifting, you could damage the engine, clutch, driveshaft or the transmission. The six-speed transmission has a spring that centers the gearshift lever near THIRD (3) and FOURTH (4). This spring helps you know which gear you are in when you are shifting.
Shifting Into Park (P) I’ ’ atic T---nsmissior’ a To release the parking brake, hold the brake pedal down. Then push the release button in as you move the parking brake lever all the way down. Notice: Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat. You may have to replace them, and you couia aiso damage other parts of your vehicle. Make sure the brake warning light is not on before driving.
Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running (Automatic Transmission) It can be dange us to leave your vehicle with the engine running. Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmlyset. And, if you leave the vehicle with the engine running, it could overheat and even catch fire. You or others could be injured. Don’t leave your vehicle with the engine running. ~ 2.
Torque Lock (Automatic Transmission) If you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your transmission into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transmission. You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK (P). This is called “torque lock.” To prevent torque lock, set the parking brake and then shift into PARK (P) properly before you leave the driver’s seat.
If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can’t shift out of PARK (P), try this: Parking Over Things That Burn 1. Turn the key to ACC. 2. Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 4. 3. Shift to NEUTRAL (N). 4. Start the engine and then shift to the drive gear you want. 5. Have your vehicle inspected by your dealer as soon as possible. Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transmission) Before you get out of your vehicle, move the shift lever into REVERSE (R) and firmly apply the parking brake.
Engine Exhaust m 0 Engine exhaust cankill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaust coming in if: 0 Your exhaust system sounds strange or different. * Your vehicle gets rusty underneath. Your vehicle was damaged in a collision. 0 0 Your vehicle was daI..-ged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris. Repairs weren’t done correctly. Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly.
Running YourEngine While You Are Parked (Automatic Transmission) It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle. See the earlier Caution under “Engine Exhaust.” Also, idling in a closed-in place can let deadly carbon monoxide (CO) into your vehicle even if the fan is at the highest setting.One place this can happen is a garage.
Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror An inside rearview mirror is attached above the windshield. The mirror pivots so that you can adjust it. You can adjust the mirror for day or night driving. Pull the tab for night driving to reduce glare. Push the tab forward for daytime driving. Automatic Bimming Rearview Mirror Your vehicle may have anautomatic dimming rearview mirror with map lamps. This mirror automatically changes to reduce glare from headlamps behind you.
Outside Power Heated Mirrors Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror If your vehicle has this feature, the driver’s side outside mirror will adjust for the glare of headlamps behind you. This feature is controlled by the on and off setting on the inside mirror. See Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror on page2-37. Outside Convex Mirror Your passenger’s side mirror is convex. A convex mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver’s seat. The power mirror control is on the driver’s door.
Storage Areas Center Console Storage Area Glove Box To open the glove box, lift up on the lever. Use your door key to lock or unlock it. The glove box has a light inside. Cupholder(s) The cupholder is located on the center console in front of the ashtray. To open it, place your thumb on the left side of the lid and push down. Raise the right side \Nifh ynVU1 !! ! U S A ! ! I !LJC!. ;nPJ-., Gnm,-.
Floor Mats If your vehicle has floor mats, they are specially designed to remain in position under your feet and out of reach of the accelerator pedal. The driver’s side floor mat is held in place by two locator hooks and the passenger’s side is held in place by one. Be sure that the driver’s side floor mat is properly placed on the floor so that it does not block the movement of the accelerator pedal.
Rear Storage Area There are three rear storage compartments in the floor of the rear hatchhrunk area. Coupe shown, Convertible and 206 similar If you have a coupe or convertible model, your vehicle will be equipped with three storage compartment lids. If you have a Z06, your vehicle’s three storage compartments will not have lids. To access a storage compartment, pull up on the I ~ . - I - I _ x,-- ,:-I ---.,- I 7 IdlL! I 1U IeledS-5 L I IC IIU.
Notice: If your vehicle is equipped with the optional trunk-mounted CD changer, it is stored in the center rear storage compartment. To help avoid damage to the compact disc player, do not store items such as liquids or sharp objects that could damage, puncture or cut the trunk-mounted CD changer or wiring. Notice: Do not store heavy or sharp objects in the rear storage compartments located in the hatch/trunk area. If you do, the objects could damage the underbody.
Roof Panel Your vehicle may have a removable roof panel. Remov9g tt- Roof Parnl 1. Park on a level surface, set the parking brake firmly and shift an automatic transmission into PARK (P). Shift a manual transmission into REVERSE (R). 2. Turn the ignition key to OFF. Lower both sun visors and turn them toward the door glass. 3. Open the rear hatch and remove any items that may interfere with proper storage of the roof panel. Don’t try to remove a roof panel while the vehicle is moving.
5. Lower the windows and open the doors. A B There are two latches on the front of the roof panel near each door (A), and one rear latch (B). 2-44 6. To unlock the front of the roof panel, pull down each of the front handles. Grasp the handles with your fingers and pull each toward you. Complete a 180" turn toward the center of the vehicle. Then push up on each of the handles.
7. To unlock the rear of the roof panel, press the latch release button with your thumb and pull down the latch lever with your fingers. 8. After releasing the latches, return the sun visors to the forward position. 9. Stand on one side of the vehicle and, if necessary, have your helper stand on the other side. Together, carefully lift the front edge of the panel up and forward, and out of the vehicle opening. 10.
Storing the Roof Panel I If a roof panel is not stored properly,it could be thrown about the vehiclein a crash or sudden maneuver. People in the vehicle could be injured. Whenever you store a roof panel in the vehicle, always be sure that it is stored securely in the proper location. Notice: To avoid damage to the roof panel, paint and weatherstripping, do not drop or rest it on its edges. Place the roof panelin the egg-shaped stowage receivers after removing it from the vehicle. 1.
An improperly attached roof panel may fall into or fly off the vehicle. You or others could be injured. After installing the roof panel, always check that it is firmly attached by pushing up on the underside of the panel. Check now and then to be sure the roof panel is firmly in place. 4. Gently lower the roof panel onto the carpeted ledge. Then, pull each release rearward and upward to place the storage pins into the holes of the roof panel. 5.
2. If the roof panel is stored in the rear area, grasp it with your right hand at the middle edge near the seatbacks, and with your left hand at the middle of the edge closest to you. Reverse the steps described previously under Storing the Roof Panel on page 2-46. 5. Position the rear edge of the roof panel to the weatherstrip on the back of the roof opening (A). Then align the pins at the rear of the roof panel weatherstrip with the receiving cup in the body weatherstrip (B).
Convertible Top When lowering and raising the convertible top, you will use the following: If your vehicle has this feature, the following procedures explain the proper operation of the convertible top. Notice: Certain automatic car washes may cause damage to the vehicle. The top fabric can be damaged by top cleaning brushes. For care and cleaning of the convertible top, see "Cleaning Your Convertible Top" under Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle on page 5-78. A. Front Edge of the Convertible Top B.
Lowering the Convertible Top Notice: Don’t leave the convertible out with the top down for any long periods of time. The sun and rain can damage the seat material and other things inside the vehicle. 1. Set the parking brake firmly. Shift an automatic transmission into PARK (P). Shift a manual transmission into REVERSE (R). 2. Turn the ignition key to OFF. Lower both sun visors and turn them toward the door glass.
4. Lift upward on the front edge (A) of the convertible top off of the windshield frame. Then lift upward on the rear edge (B) of the convertible top to be vertical off the storage compartment lid (C). The front edge (A) and rear edge (B) should be straight L!p 3.!?cl down 5. Tilt the driver's seatback forward and press the storage compartment release button located on the underside of the storage compartment lid (C) behind the driver's seat. Then raise the storage compartment lid (C).
If the vehicle has lost battery power, you can still open the storage compartment lid (C) using the manual release cable. The cable is located underneath the carpeting behind the driver’s and passenger’s seats, in the center of the vehicle. When using the manual release, you must first open the doors to prevent damage to the seals. To access the cable, lift and pull back the carpeting. Then pull the cable to release the storage compartment lid if needed.
Raising the Convertible Top 1. Park on a level surface, set the parking brake firmly and shift an automatic transmission into PARK (P). Shift a manual transmission into REVERSE (R). Lower both windows and sun visors and turn the ignition key to OFF. 7. Then move the top rearward to its fully-stored position. 8. After the top is stored, apply one even push on the center of the front edge (A) of the convertible top to assure that the top is fully retracted. 9.
3. Pull the top up by firmly gripping the front edge (A) of the convertible top with your hand and applying a brisk, firm upward and forward motion to get the top in the full-up position. 2-54 4. Lift the rear edge (6)of the convertible top to its full-up position by first raising the front edge (A). 5. Close the storage compartment lid (C) by closing with a swift, firm motion. 6. Lower the rear edge (B) of the convertible top by first slightly pushing the front edge (A) of the convertible top forward. 7.
Vehicle Personalization Memory The MEMORY buttons are located on the driver’s door, above the power mirror controls. The MEMORY buttons can store and recall settings for up to three drivers. Use button 1 to store the settings for the first driver, button 2 for a second driver or press buttons 1 and 2 at the same time for a third driver. To store your memory settings: 1. Adjust your settings for the driver’s seat position, outside rearview mirror positions, and telescopic steering wheel (if equipped). 2.
Your memory settings are now programmed. Any changes that are made to the audio system and climate controls while driving will be automatically stored when the ignition key is turned off. When first entering your vehicle, after pressing the unlock button on your remote keyless entry transmitter or a MEMORY button, a recall of your settings will occur when the door is closed and the ignition key is in the ignition switch.
Section 3 Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview .......................... Hazard Warning Flashers ................................ Other Warning Devices ................................... Horn ............................................................. Tilt Wheel ..................................................... Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ......................... Exterior Lamps ............................................. Interior Lamps ..............................................
The main components of your instrument panel are the following: A. Instrument Panel Brightness Control B. Head-Up Display Controls C. Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever D. Driver Information Center (DIC) (Located in the Instrument Cluster) E. Instrument Panel Cluster F. Windshield Wiperwasher Lever G. Driver Information Center (DIC) Buttons H. Hazard Warning Flasher I. Center Air Outlets Button J. Audio System K. Climate Controls L.FogLamp Button M.
Hazard Warning Flashers The hazard warning flasher button is located on the instrument panel above the audio system. I k- Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in, and even if the key isn't in the ignition. Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off. Press the button again to turn the flashers off. Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem.
Horn To sound the horn, press either horn symbol on the steering wheel. TiIt Wheel A tilt wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. You can raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle. The lever that allows you to tilt the steering wheel is located on the left side of the steering column. To tilt the wheel, hold the steering wheel and pull the lever toward you.
Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever Turn and Lane-Change Signals The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two downward (for left) positions. These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change. To signal a turn, move the multifunction lever all the way up or down. When the turn is finished, the lever will return automatically.
Turn Signal on Chime Flash-to-Pass A chime will remind you if you leave the turn signal on for more than 3/4 mile (1.2 km) of driving. To use the flash-to-pass feature, momentarily pull the turn signal lever toward you. The high-beam indicator will flash to indicate to the other driver that you intend to pass. If the low-beam headlamps are off and you have the optional fog lamps on, the fog lamps will flash. If you need to leave the turn signal on for more than 3/4 mile (1.
INT (Intermittent): Move the lever to INT to choose a delayed wiping cycle. Turn the INT ADJ band down for a longer delay or up for a shorter delay. The further the INT ADJ band is turned upward, the shorter the delay will be and the further the INT ADJ band is turned downward, the longer the delay will be. The wiper speed can only be adjusted when the lever is in the INT position. Use this position for light rain or snow.
Cruise Control set speed and the speedometer indicated speed may not always be exactly the same. When you apply the brakes or push the clutch pedal, the cruise control disengages. The DIC will show CRUISE DISENGAGED. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page - i3. L With 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 L.-A,...:-x..-I J--.--L l UI>G LUI 111 UI U U G ~ I Iuk 11lpb. b ..
Once you’re going about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more, you can move the cruise control switch to R/A (Resume/Accelerate) briefly. The Driver Information Center (DIC) will display the cruise set speed. Setting Cruise Cc-trol If you leave your cruise control on wheny not using cruise, you might hit a button ana go into cruise when you don’t want to. You could be startled and even lose control. Keep the cruise control switch off until you want to use cruise control. . 1. Move the cruise control switch to ON. 2.
Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to reduce speed while using cruise control: Press in the SET button at the end of the lever until you reach the lower speed you want, then release it. 0 To slow down in very small amounts, press the SET button briefly. Each time you do this,you’ll go about 1 mph (1.6 km/h) slower. The Driver Information Center (DIC) will display the cruise set speed. Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase speed.
Exterior Lamps Headlamps Doors The exterior lamp switch on the turn signal/multifunction lever operates the headlamps. The exterior lamp switch has three positions: OFF: Turning the switch to this position turns off all lamps, except the Daytime Running Lamps (DRL).
You can open the doors manually using the knob next to the headlamp assembly. Turn the knob counterclockwise until the doors are open. Turn the knob clockwise to closethe doors manually. The headlamp doors should be open when driving in icy or snowy conditions to preventthe doors from freezing closed and when washing the vehicle to help clean the headlamps.
Fog Lamps Twilight Sentinel@’ (Optional in United States, Standard in Canada) Twilight Sentinel@can turn your lamps on and off for you. A light sensor on top of the instrument panel makes the Twilight Sentinel@work, so be sure it isn’t covered. You can customize your vehicle to turn Twilight Sentinel@on or off (except for vehicles first sold in Canada). See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 3-44 to turn this feature on or off.
Make sure your instrumentpanel brightness control is in the full bright position. See “Instrument Panel Brightness” later in this section. With Twilight §entinel@turned on, you can idle the vehicle with the lamps off, even when it’s dark outside. First set the parking brake while the ignition is in OFF. Then start the vehicie. The lamps wiil stay off until you release the parking brake. Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Brightness This feature controls the brightness of the instrument panel lights.
Parade Mode Reading Lamps The instrument panel brightness knob has an added feature called parade mode to assist you in seeing certain instrument panel controls if your headlamps are on in the daylight. Turn the knob counterclockwise to dim the instrument panel lights or clockwise to brighten the lights. This will occur only with the parking lamps or headlamps on. Courtesy Lamps When any door or the hatchhrunk lid is opened, the interior lamps will go on (unless it’s bright outside).
Battery Run-Down Protection Your vehicle has a feature to help prevent you from draining the battery in case the underhood lamp, vanity mirror lamps, cargo lamps, reading lamps, console or glove box lamps are accidentally left on. If you leave any of these lamps on, they will automatically timeout after about 15 minutes. To reset it, all of the above lamps must be turned off or the ignition key must be in ON. Head-Up Display.
There are five HUD selections that you can choose to view in the HUD display. By pressing and holding the PAGE button, you can scroll through these pages in the following order: 0 The selections that you choose will remain in the HUD display until they are changed. Speed Only Speed and Gage 0 Speed, Tachometer and Gage Speed and Tachometer Tachometer Only When you have chosen the desired HUD display, release the PAGE button.
To adjust the HUD so you can see it properly, do the following: 1. Start your engine and slide the HUD dimmer control all the way up. The brightness of the HUD image is determined by the light conditions in the direction your vehicle is facing and where you have the HUD dimmer control set. If you are facing a dark object or a heavily shaded area, your HUD may anticipate that you are entering a dark area and may begin to dim. 1 The HUD controls are located to the left of the steering wheel.
If the sun comes out or it becomes cloudy, you may need to adjust the HUD brightness again using the dimmer control. Polarized sunglasses could make the HUD image harder to see. To change from English to metric units, press the E/M button located to the right of the steering wheel. Clean the inside of the windshield as needed to remove any dirt or film that reduces the sharpness or clarity of the HUD image. To clean the HUD, spray household glass cleaner on a soft, clean cloth.
When adding electrical equipment, be sure to follow the installation instructions included with the equipment. We recommend that you see a qualified technician or your dealer for the proper installation of your equipment. Notice: Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not hang any type~d accessory or accessory bracket from the plug. Improper useof the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty.
Climate Controls Dual Automatic Climate Control System With this system you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation for your vehicle. When your vehicle is first started, the display will show the driver’s temperature setting, the fan speed and the air delivery for approximately five seconds; then it will show the outside temperature. The digital display will show readings in Fahrenheit or Celsius by pressing the E/M (English/metric) button on the Driver Information Center (DIC).
After a five-second display of the current settings, only the word AUTO and the outside temperature will be shown on the digital display unless the system is set to full cold 60°F (16°C) or full hot 90°F (32”C), then the word AUTO will not display. The system will operate to achieve your comfort set temperature as quickly as possible. The AUTO control system works best with the windows up and the removable roof installed or the convertible top up. 1. Press the AUTO button. 2.
To change the current mode, select one of the following: f;’ (Vent): This mode directs most of the air to the instrument panel outlets, with a very small amount of air directed to the floor outlets. $2(Bi-Level): This mode directs approximately half of the air to the instrument panel outlets, and then directs most of the remaining air to the floor outlets. Some air may be directed toward the windshield. Cooler air is directed to the upper outlets and warmer air to the floor outlets.
&I (Recirculation): This mode keeps outside air from coming in the vehicle. It can be used to prevent outside air and odors from entering your vehicle or to help cool the air inside your vehicle more quickly. Press this button to turn the recirculation mode on or off. When the button is pressed, an indicator light will come on. The air-conditioning Compressor also comes on. The recirculation mode cannot be used with the outside air mode.
You may notice a slight change in engine performance when the air-conditioning compressor shuts off and turns on again. This is normal. The system is designed to make adjustments to help with fuel economy while still maintaining the selected temperature. On hot days, open the windows to let hot inside air escape; then close them. This helps to reduce the time it takes for your vehicle to cool down. It also helps the system to operate more efficiently. For quick cool down on hot days, do the following: 1.
There is also an inside temperature sensor located to the left of the ignition switch. The automatic climate control system uses this sensor to receive information, so if you block orcover it, the system will not function properly. Defogging and Defrosting There are two modes to clear fog or frost from your windshield. Use the defog mode to clear the windows of fog or moisture and warm the passengers. Use FRONT to remove fog or frost from the windshield more quickly.
The rear window defogger will automatically turn off approximately 15 minutes after the button is pressed. If turned on again, the defogger will only run for approximately seven minutes before turning off. The defogger can also be turned off by pressing the button again or by turning off the engine. Your vehicle has heated outside rearview mirrors. The mirrors will heat to help clear fog or frost from the surface of the mirrors when the rear window defog button is pressed.
Warning Lights, Ga Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you locate them. Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to your warning lights and gages could also save you or others from injury. Warning lights come on when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions.
Instrument Panel Cluster Your instrument panel cluster and Driver Information Center (DIC) are designed to let you know at a glance how the vehicle is running. You’ll know how fast you’re going, about how much fuel you have left and many other things you’ll need to know to drive safely and economically. The instrument panel cluster indicator warning lights, gages and DIC messages are explained on the following pages.
Speedometer and Odometer Tachometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in either miles per hour (mph) or kilometers per hour (km/h). The tachometer displays the engine speed in thousands of revolutions per minute (rpm). There is only one scale for mph and km/h. When you press the E/M (English/metric) button on the Driver Information Center (DIC), the cluster will calculate the proper speed and move the needle to the correct position.
Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows a deployed air bag symbol. The system checks the air bag’s electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the air bag modules, the wiring and the diagnostic module. For more information on the air bag system, see Air Bag System on page 1-39. This light will come on when you start your vehicle, and it will flash for a few seconds.
If the passenger’s air bagis turned off for a person who isn’t in a risk group identified by the national government, that person won’t have the extra protectionof an air b a g h a crash, the air bag wouldn’t be ableto inflate and help protect the person sitting there. Don’t turn off the passenger’s air bag unless the person sitting there is in a risk group. See “Air Bag Off Switch” in the Index for more on this, including important safety information.
Voltmeter Gage If the air bag readiness light ever comes on when you have turnedoff the air bag, it means that something may be wrong with the air bag system. The passenger’s air bag could inflate even though the switch isoff. If this ever happens, don’t let anyone whom the national government has identified as a member of a passenger air bag risk group sit in the passenger’s position (for example, don’t secure a rear-facing child restraintin your vehicle) until you have your vehicle serviced.
Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. If one part isn’t working, the other part can still work and stop you. For good braking, though, you need both parts working well. This light should come on when you turn the ignition key to START. If it doesn’t come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there’s a problem.
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light With the anti-lock brake system, the light will come on when your engine is started and may stay on for several seconds. That’s normal. If the light stays on, turn the ignition to OFF. Or, if the light comes on when you’re driving, stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition off. Then start the engine again to reset the system. If the light still stays on, or comes on again while you’re driving, your vehicle needs service.
Active Handling System Light The Active Handling System light will come on briefly as you start the engine. If the light does not come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem. The light will also come on while the system warms up and the ACT HNDLING WARMING UP message will be displayed in the Driver Information Center (DIC).
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light I Yourvehicle is' equipped . . . CHECK United States Canada This gage shows the engine coolant temperature. If the gage pointer moves into the shaded area, your engine is too hot. This means that your engine coolant has overheated. 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.
Nofice: Modifications made to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake or fuel system of your vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with other than those of the same Tire Performance Criteria (TPC) can affect your vehicle’s emission controls and may cause this light to come on. Modifications to these systems could lead to costly repairs not covered by your warranty. This may also result in a failure to pass a required Emission Inspection/Maintenance test.
Did you just drive through a deep puddle of water? If so, your electrical system may be wet. The condition will usually be corrected when the electrical system dries out. A few driving trips should turn the light off. Have you recently changed brands of fuel? If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel. See Gasoline Octane on page 5-5. Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed.
Engine Oil Pressure Gage The engine oil pressure can also be displayed using the GAGES button on the Driver Information Center (DIC). See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 3-44. d Don’t keep driving if the oil pressure is low. If you do, your engine can become so hot that it catches fire. You or others could be burned. Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced.
This light can come on for the following reasons: Security Light SECURITY 1 This light comes on to remind you to arm your theft-deterrent system. If it comes on and stays on when your ignition is on, there may be a problem with your theft-deterrent system. See Theft-Deterrent System on page 2- 16 and PASS-Key on page 2-17. Check Gages Warning Light CHECK GAGES 3-42 This light will come on briefly when you are starting the engine.
Press RESET to acknowledge a DIC message(s). Pressing RESET will also turn off a DIC message but the LOW FUEL message will come on again in 10 minutes if you have not added fuel to the vehicle. Here are five 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.
Driver Information Center (DIC) The Driver Information Center (DIC) will display information about how your vehicle is functioning, as well as warning messages if a system problem is detected. The DIC display area is located in the instrument panel cluster below the speedometer and tachometer, directly above the steering column. The following buttons are located on the DIC control panel which is located to the right of the instrument panel cluster.
Dl6 Controls an Displays Turn on the system by turning the ignition to ON. When you turn on the ignition, the DIG will be in the mode last displayed when the engine was turned off. Each Dl@ button allows you to scroll through a menu. A blank page ends each menu. [ ~ ) - -I - IrI \ 2 I 1 I1 AVERAGE 27.0 MPG INST. 20.4 MPG - I RANGE I 220 MI 1 If a problem is detected, a diagnostic message will appear on the display. Press RESET to acknowledge any current warning or service messages.
Press FUEL again to display instantaneous fuel economy, such as: INST. 20.1 MPG or 2 GAGES The GAGES button allows you to scroll through the functions listed below when you press it. INST. 5.3 UlOO km Press FUEL again to display the range, such as: RANGE20 MI or RANGE32km The range calculates the remaining distance you can drive without refueling. It’s based on fuel economy and the fuel remaining in the tank. If the range is lower than 30 miles (48 km), the display will read RANGE LOW.
Press the GAGE button again to display the oil temperature, such as: 0 OIL TEMP 234°F or 0 OILTEMP112°C Press the GAGE button again to display the coolant temperature, such as: Press the GAGE button again to display the tire pressure for the rear tires (except Z06), such as: 0 REAR L34 R33 PSI or REARL234R228kPa Tire pressure is not available until the vehicle has reached a speed of 15 mph (24 km/h) or more.
Odometer Miles Since Last Ignition Feature The odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven in either miles or kilometers. Press the TRIP button to display odometer readings such as: ODOMETER12345 MI or You can also display number of miles (kilometers) driven since you last started the vehicle if you press and hold the RESET button for two seconds, then release. The miles (or kilometers) since the last ignition cycle will be set into the trip odometer.
Average Speed Press the TRIP button until the average speed is displayed, such as: 4 AVERAGESPEED 62 MPH or 4 AVERAGESPEED 100 km/h Press reset in this mode to start calculating the average speed. Press and hold RESET to clear. Engine Oil Life Press the TRIP button until the engine oil life is displayed, such as OIL LIFE REMAIN 89%. This is an estimate of the engine oil’s remaining useful life. It will show 188% when the system is reset after an oil change.
4 OPTIONS This button allows you to choose personal options that may be available on your vehicle, depending on the options your vehicle is equipped with. Some of these functions work along with the remote keyless entry transmitter. When returning to the options menu, the first item of the options list will always be displayed, not the one you were last in when you changed buttons.
If you choose LOCK & ARM - OFF, you will receive no security feedback when locking or unlocking your vehicle. If you choose LOCK & ARM - HORN ONLY, only the horn will chirp to let you know when your alarm system has armed when locking your vehicle. If you choose LOCK & ARM - LIGHTS ONLY, only your exterior lamps will flash to let you know when your alarm system has armed when locking your vehicle.
Auto Unlock The AUTO UNLOCK will be available only if AUTO LOCK is set to ON as described previously. Press the OPTIONS button until AUTO UNLOCK appears on the display, then use the RESET button to page through the following choices: AUTOUNLOCKDRIVER 0 AUTOUNLOCKBOTH AUTOUNLOCK OFF If you choose AUTO UNLOCK DRIVER, the driver’s door will automatically unlock when you turn the vehicle off and pull the key out of the ignition.
IC Warnings and Messages Blank Page There is a blank page at the end of the OPTIONS menu. When the blank page is displayed, you can access the following items: FOB TRAINING: This option allows you to match the RKE transmitter(s) to your vehicle. You can access this option by pressing and holding RESET for three seconds while you are on the blank page at the end of the OPTIONS menu. The message FOB TRAINING will be displayed.
ACT HNDLG - WARMING UP: When you first start your vehicle (especially during cold winter weather), and begin to drive away (up to 6 mph (10 km/h)), the message ACT HNDLG - WARMING UP may be displayed in the DIC, the instrument panel cluster light will be on, and a chime will sound. This is normal. You can acknowledge this message by pressing the RESET button. The Active Handling System performance is affected until the next message WARM UP COMPLETE is displayed in the DIC.
If the SERVICE ABS message is being displayed, your Traction Control System and the Active Handling System will also be disabled. The Driver Information Center will scroll three messages: SERVICE ABS, SERVICE TRACTION SYS and SERVICE ACTIVE HNDLG, and the instrument cluster car icon will be illuminated. The driver can acknowledge these messages by pressing the reset button three times.
REDUCED ENGINE POWER: You will hear chimes continuously when this message is displayed. To acknowledge that you have read the message and to remove it from the display, press RESET. The message will reappear every 15 seconds until this condition changes. If the Driver Information Center (DIC) displays the REDUCED ENGINE POWER message and the CHECK ENGINE light comes on, a noticeable reduction in the vehicle’s performance may occur.
TRACTION SYSTEM - OFF: You will hear a single quick tone when this message is displayed. This message comes on and stays on when the Traction Control System button on the console is pressed to turn the system off. To acknowledge this message, press RESET. SERVICE RIDE CONTROL, SHOCKS INOPERATIVE and MAXIMUM SPEED 80 MPH (129 km/h) will display together. You will never get a SHOCKS INOPERATIVE and MAXIMUM SPEED 80 MPH (129 km/h) message without a SERVICE RIDE CONTROL message.
COOLANT OVER TEMP: You will hear four chimes and the CHECK GAGES telltale will come on when this message is displayed. To acknowledge the warning, press the RESET button. After you press the RESET button, a message will be displayed and you will hear a chime every minute until this condition changes. If you do not press RESET, the message will remain on the digital display until the condition changes. If the engine coolant exceeds 255°F (124"C), this message is displayed.
SERVICE ACTIVE HANDLING: If the SERVICE ACTIVE HNDLG message is displayed, there is a problem with your Active Handling System and your vehicle needs service. The instrument cluster light will also be on anda chime will sound. When this message is displayed, the system is not working. Adjust your driving accordingly. Information Label. See Extended Mobility Tires (Except Z06) on page 5-54 and Tire Pressure Monitor System ccept Z06) on page - 57.
This message indicates that the pressure in one of your tires is lower than 5 psi (34 kPa). Next to the FLAT TIRE message, you can see either LF (left front), LR (left rear), RF (right front) or RR (right rear) to indicate to you which tire is flat. You can receive more than one tire pressure message at a time. To read other messages that may have been sent at the same time, press RESET. If a tire pressure message appears on the DIC, stop as soon as you can.
Other Messages Here are more messages that you can receive on your Driver Information Center (DIC). To acknowledge a message and read another message that may have come on at the same time, press the RESET button. 0 BRAKEBEFORESHiFT (See “Automatic Transmissions Only” under Automatic Transmission Operation on page 2-24.) 0 0 HATCHAJAR(Coupe) 0 CHANGE OILSOON 0 (See “Cruise Control” under Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-6.
Audio System(s) Notice; Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle - like a tape player, CB radio, mobile telephone or two-way radio be sure you can add what you want. If you can, it’s very important to do it properly. Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle’s engine, Delphi Electronics radio or other systems, and even damage them. Your vehicle’s systems may interfere with the operationof sound equipment that has been added improperly.
Radio with Cassette SCV (Speed-Compensated Volume): With SCV, your audio system adjusts automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive. Set the volume at the desired level. Turn the control ring behind the upper knob clockwise to increase the SCV. Each notch on the control ring allows for more volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds. Then, as you drive, SCV automatically increases the volume, as necessary, to overcome noise at any speed.
The radio will seek or scan only to stations that are in the selected band and only to those with a strong signal. PSCAN (Preset Scan): Press this button to listen to each of your favorite stations stored on the pushbuttons for a few seconds. The AUTO TONE setting stored for that pushbutton will be automatically chosen. P.SCAN will appear on the display. Press P.SCAN again or one of the pushbuttons to stop scanning presets.
Adjusting the Speakers (BallanceIFade) BAL (Balance): To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers, press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn the knob to move the sound toward the right or the left speakers. FADE: To adjust the fade between the front and the rear speakers, press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn the knob to move the soundtoward the front or the rear speakers. Return these knobs to their stored positions when you’re not using them.
4 REV (Reverse): Press this pushbutton to reverse the tape rapidly. Press it again to return to playing speed. The radio will play while the tape reverses. 00 5 (Dolby): Press this pushbutton to reduce background noise. The double-D symbol will appear on the display. Dolby Noise Reduction is manufactured under a license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
Set the volume at the desired level. Turn the control ring behind the upper knob clockwise to increase the SCV. Each notch on the control ring allows for more volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds. Then, as you drive, SCV automatically increases the volume, as necessary, to overcome noise at any speed. The volume level should always sound the same to you as you drive. If you don't want to use SCV, turn the control all the way down.
P.SCAN (Preset Scan): Press this button to listen to each of your favorite stations stored on the pushbuttons for a few seconds. The AUTO TONE setting stored for that pushbutton will be automatically chosen. PSCAN will appear on the display. Press P.SCAN again or one of the pushbuttons to stop scanning presets. 5. Press and hold one of the six numbered The radio will scan only to stations that are in the selected band and only to those with a strong signal. 6. Repeat the steps for each pushbutton.
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) BAL (Balance): To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers, press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn the knob to move the sound toward the right or the left speakers. FADE: To adjust the fade between the front and the rear speakers, press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn the knob to move the sound toward the front or the rear speakers. Return these knobs to their stored positions when you’re not using them.
AM FM: Press this button to listen to the radio when a CD is playing. CD AUX (Auxiliary): Press this button to play a CD when listening to the radio. CD will appear on the display when a disc is in the player, whether it is active or not. If your system is equipped with a remote playback device, pressing this button a second time will allow the remote device to play. EJECT: Press this button to eject the CD. The radio will play. EJECT may be used with the ignition or radio off.
You must first load the magazine with discs before you can play a compact disc. Each of the 12 trays holds one disc. Press the button on the back of the magazine and pull gently on one of the trays. Load the trays from bottom to top, placing a disc on the tray label side dc;;z. !f ycz 2 disc la5e! si& El, fhe +kc \!il not play and an error will occur. Gently push the tray back into the magazine slot. Repeat this procedure for loading up to 12 discs in the magazine.
magazine for CDs, the compact disc symbol will flash on the display until the changer is ready to play. When 3 CD begins playing, CD will appear in the bottom left corner and a disc and track number will be displayed. The disc numbers are listed on the front of the magazine. All of the CD functions are controlled by the radio pushbuttons except for ejecting the magazine.
3 NEXT: Press this pushbutton to advance to the next track. If you press and hold this pushbutton or press it more than once, the player will continue moving forward through the disc. REV 4 (Reverse): Press and hold this pushbutton to quickly reverse within a track. Release this pushbutton to resume play. 00 5 (Dolby): This pushbutton has no function when playing a CD. FWD 6 (Forward): Press and hold this pushbutton to quickly advance within a track. Release this pushbutton to resume play.
3 NEXT: Press this pushbutton to advance to the next track. If you press and hold this pushbutton or press it more than once, the player will continue moving forward through the disc. REV 4 (Reverse): Press and hold this pushbutton to quickly reverse within a track. Release this pushbutton to resume play. 5: Press this pushbutton to select the next disc in the magazine. If a CD cannot be played, its number will be skipped when selecting discs while using this pushbutton.
Theft-Deterrent Feature 3. Turn the radio off. 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 interrupted. 4. Press the 1 and 4 pushbuttons at the same time. Hold them down until --- shows on the display. Next you will use the secret code number which you have written down. The THEFTLOCK feature for the radio may be used or ignored.
Unlocking the Theft-Deterrent Feature After a Power Loss Enter your secret code as follows; pause no more than 15 seconds between steps: 1. Turn the ignition on. LOC will appear on the display. 2. Press MN and 000 will appear on the display. 3. Press MN again to make the last two digits agree with your code. 4. Press HR to make the first one or two digits agree with your code. 5. Press AM FM after you have confirmed that the code matches the secret code you have written down.
are sf Your C ssette Tape Player 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. Try reducing the treble to reduce this noise if you ever get it. F FM stereo will give you the best sound, but FM signals will reach only about 10 to 40 miles (16 to 65 km).
The cut tape detection feature of your cassette tape player may identify the cleaning cassette as a damaged tape, in error. To prevent the cleaning cassette from being ejected, use the following steps: 1. Turn the ignition on. 2. Turn the radio off. 3. Press and hold the TAPE AUX button for five seconds. The tape symbol on the display will flash for two seconds. 4. Insert the scrubbing action cleaning cassette. 5. Eject the cleaning cassette after the manufacturer’s recommended cleaning time.
Power Antenna Mast Care (Convertible) Your power antenna will look its best and work well if it’s cleaned from time to time. To clean the antenna mast do the following: 1. Turn on the ignition and radio to raise the antenna. 2. Dampen a clean cloth with mineral spirits or equivalent solvent. 3. Wipe the cloth over the mast sections, removing any dirt. 4. Wipe dry with a clean cloth. 5. Make the antenna go gp and down by turning the radio or ignition off and on. 6. Repeat if necessary.
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Section 4 DrivingYourVehicle Your Driving. the Road. and Your Vehicle .......... 4-2 Defensive Driving ........................................... 4-2 Drunken Driving ............................................. 4-2 Control of a Vehicle ........................................ 4-5 Braking ......................................................... 4-6 Traction Control System (TCS) ......................... 4-9 Active Handling System ................................. 4-10 Limited-Slip Rear Axle ............
Defensive Driving telephone call, reading, or reaching for something on the floor - makes proper defensive driving more difficult and can even cause a collision, with resulting injury. Ask a passenger to help do things like this, or pull off the road in a safe place to do them yourself. These simple defensive driving techniques could save your life. The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively.
Many adults - by some estimates, nearly half the adult population - choose never to drink alcohol, so they never drive after drinking. For persons under 21, it’s against the law in every U.S. state to drink alcohol. There are good medical, psychological and developmental reasons for these laws. The obvious way to eliminate the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive.
There is a gender difference, too. Women generally have a lower relative percentage of body water than men. Since alcohol is carried in body water, this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight when each has the same number of drinks. The law in an increasing number of U.S. states, and throughout Canada, sets the legal limit at 0.08 percent. In some other countries, the limit is even lower. For example, it is 0.05 percent in both France and Germany.
Drinking and then drivingis very dangerous. Your reflexes, perceptions, attentiveness and judgement can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol. You can have a serious-or even fatal-collision if you drive after drinking. Please don’t drink and drive or ride witha driver who has been drinking. Ride home in a cab; or if you’re with a group, designate a driver who will not drink. Control of a Vehicle You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go.
Braking Braking action involves perception time and reaction time. First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal. That’s perception time. Then you have to bring up your foot and do it. That’s reaction time. Average reaction time is about 3/4 of a second. But that’s only an average. It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with another. Age, physical condition, alertness, coordination and eyesight all play a part. So do alcohol, drugs and frustration.
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Your vehicle has anti-lock brakes. ABS is an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid. When you start your engine and begin to drive away, your anti-lock brake system will check itself. You may hear a momentary motor or clicking noise while this test is going on, and you may even notice that your brake pedal moves a little. This is normal. r If there’s a problem with the anti-lock brake system, this warning light will stay on.
The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions. This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard. As you brake, your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly. Remember: Anti-lock doesn’t change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance.
Traction Control System (TCS) Your vehicle has a traction control system called TCS that limits wheel spin. Thisis especially useful in slippery road conditions. The system operates only if it senses that the rear wheels are spinning too much or are beginning to lose traction. When this happens, the system works the rear brakes and reduces engine power (by closing the throttle and managing engine spark) to limit wheel spin.
To turn the system off, press the button located on the console. You can turn the system on or off at any time by pressing the ACTIVE HANDLING button. The DIC will display the appropriate message when you push the button. Active Handling System The Active Handling System is a computer controlled system that helps the driver maintain directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions. This is accomplished by selectively applying any one of the vehicle’s brakes.
The Active Handling System comes on automatically whenever you start your vehicle. To help maintain directional control of the vehicle, you should always leave the system on. You can turn the system off if you ever need to. If you turn the Active Handling System off, the Traction Control System will also be turned off. Adjust your driving accordingly. To turn the system off, press the ACTIVE HANDLING button on the console. You can turn the system on and off at any time by pressing the button.
Selective Ride Control This knob is located on the center console. Turn it to select the suspension of your choice. You may have a ride control system on your vehicle called Selective Ride Control. The system provides the following performance benefits: TOUR: Use for normal city and highway driving. This setting provides a smooth, soft ride.
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. Magnetic Speed Variable Assist Steering Your vehicle is equipped with a steering system that continuously adjusts the effort you feel when steering at all vehicle speeds. It provides ease when parking, yet a firm, solid feel at highway speeds. Steering Tips Driving on Curves It’s important to take curves at a reasonable speed.
Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking. For example, you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you. You can avoid these problems by braking - if you can stop in time. But sometimes you can’t; there isn’t room. That’s the time for evasive action - steering around the problem.
Off-Road Recovery Passing You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving. The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a two-lane highway waits for just the right moment, accelerates, moves around the vehicle ahead, then goes back into the right lane again.
Watch for traffic signs, pavement markings and lines. If you can see a sign up ahead that might indicate a turn or an intersection, delay your pass. A broken center line usually indicates it’s all right to pass (providing the road ahead is clear). Never cross a solid line on your side of the lane or a double solid line, even if the road seems empty of approaching traffic. Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you’re awaiting an opportunity.
Loss of Control Let’s review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems (brakes, steering and acceleration) don’t have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked. In any emergency, don’t give up. Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of less danger. Skidding In a skid, a driver can lose control of the vehicle.
Driving at Night Here are some tips on night driving. Drive defensively. 0 Don’t drink and drive. Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you. Since you can’t see as well, you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles. Slow down, especially on higher speed roads. Your headlamps can light up only so much road ahead. .:I In remote areas, watch for animals. If you’re tired, pull off the road in a safe place and rest.
You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps. It can take a second or two, or even several seconds, for your eyes to readjust to the dark. When you are faced with severe glare (as from a driver who doesn’t lower the high beams, or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps), slow down a little. Avoid staring directly into the approaching headlamps. Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads Keep your windshield and all the glass on your vehicle clean - inside and out.
The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals, pavement markings, the edge of the road and even people walking. It’s wise to keep your windshield wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank filled with washer fluid.
Hydroplaning Driving Through Flowing Water Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water. This can happen if the road is wet enough and you’re going fast enough. When your vehicle is hydroplaning, it has little or no contact with the road. forces. If you tryto drive through flowing water, as you might at a low water crossing, your vehicle can be carriedaway. As little as six inches of flowing water can carry away a smaller vehicle.
City Driving Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: 0 Know the best way to get to where you are going. Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross-country trip. Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities. You’ll save time and energy. See the next part, “Freeway Driving.” Treat a green light as a warning signal. A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it.
Freeway Driving 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. Too-fast or too-slow driving breaks a smooth traffic flow. Treat the left lane on a freeway as a passing lane. At the entrance, there is usually a ramp that leads to the freeway. If you have a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp, you should begin to check traffic.
Once you are moving on the freeway, make certain you allow a reasonable following distance. Expect to move slightly slower at night. When you want to leave the freeway, move to the proper lane well in advance. If you miss your exit, do not, under any circumstances, stop and back up. Drive on to the next exit. The exit ramp can be curved, sometimes quite sharply. The exit speed is usually posted. Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, not to your sense of motion.
Hill and Mountain Roads Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis”? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lack of awareness, or whatever. There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery, along with the hum of the tires on the road, the drone of the engine, and the rush of the wind against the vehiclethat can make you sleepy.
If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you’re planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transmission. These parts can work hard on mountain roads. Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with the ignition off is dangerous. Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down. They could get so hot that they wouldn’t workwell.
* Stay in your own lane when driving on two-lane Winter Driving roads in hills or mountains. Don't swing wide or cut across the center of the road. Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane. As vou ao over the top of a hill, be alert. There could be something in your lane, like a stalled car or an accident. v e You may see highway signs on mountains that warn of special problems. Examples are long grades, passing or no-passing zones, a falling rocks area or winding roads.
Driving On Snow or Ice Most of the time, those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction. I 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.
What’s the worst time for this? “Wet ice.” Very cold snow or ice can be slick and hard to drive on. But wet ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the least traction of all. You can get wet ice when it’s about freezing (32°F; OOC) and freezing rain begins to fall. Try to avoid driving on wet ice until salt and sand crews can get there. Whatever the condition - smooth ice, packed, blowing or loose snow - drive with caution. Keep your traction control system on.
If You're Caught in a Blizzard Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you've been stopped by the snow. Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you. If you have no blankets or extra clothing, make body insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags, floor mats - anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep warm. If you are stopped by heavy snow, you could be in a serious situation.
Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle. This can cause deadlyCO (carbon monoxide) gas to get inside.CO could overcome you and kill you.You can’t see it or smell it, so you might not know it is in your vehicle. Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle, especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe. And check around again from time to time to be sure snow doesn’t collect there. Open a window just a little on the side of the vehicle that’s away from the wind.This will help keep CO out.
If You Are 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. If you let your tires spin at high speed, they can explode, and you or others could be injured. And, the transmission or other partsof the vehicle can overheat. That could cause an engine compartment fire or other damage.
Towing Loading Your Vehicle Towing Your Vehicle Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your disabled vehicle towed. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7-5. Recreational Vehicle Towing Recreational vehicle towing means towing your vehicle behind another vehicle - such as behind a motorhome.
MFD BY GENERAL MOTORS CORP And, if you do have a heavy load, you should spread it out. Don’t carry more than 100 Ibs. (45 kg) in your rear area. Do notyourvehicle an) ..2avier thanthe GVWR, or either the maximum front orrear GAWR. If you do, parts on your vehiclecan break, and it can change the way your vehicle handles. These could cause you to lose control and crash. Also, overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle.
If you put things inside your vehicle - like suitcases, tools, packages or anythingelse - they will go as fast as thevehiclegoes. If youhave to stop or turn quickly, c therecrash, isthey’ll a keeF --ling. *‘ Towing a Trailer Your Corvette is neither designednor intended to towa trailer. Things you put inside ur vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn, or in a crash. Put things in the reararea of your vehicle. Try to spread the weight evenly.
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Service .................................... .........5.3 DoingYourOwnServiceWork ..... .............5.4 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle ........................................... 5-4 Fuel ................................................................5.5 Gasoline Octane ............................................ 5.5 Gasoline Specifications .................................... 5.5 California Fuel ............................................... 5.
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance ..................5-61 Wheel Replacement ...................................... 5-61 Tire Chains .................................................. 5-64 Lifting Your Corvette ..................................... 5-64 If a Tire Goes Flat ........................................ 5-68 Tire Inflator Kit (Z06 Only) ............................. 5-70 Appearance Care ............................................
Service We hope you'll want to keep your GM vehicle all GM. Genuine GM parts have one of these marks: Your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. We hope you'll go to your dealer for all your service needs. You'll get genuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported service people.
Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work, you’ll want to use the proper service manual. It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can. To order the proper service manual, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7-10. Your vehicle may have an air bag system. If it does, see Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle on page 7-47 before attempting to do your own service work.
Fuel Gasoline Specifications Use of the recommended fuel is an important part of the proper maintenance of your vehicle. It is recommended that gasoline meet specifications which were developed by the American Automobile Manufacturers Association and endorsed by the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers Association for better vehicle performance and engine protection. Gasoline meeting these specifications could provide improved driveability and emission control system performance compared to other gasoline.
California Fuel If your vehicle is certified to meet California Emission Standards (see the underhood emission control label), it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications. If this fuel is not available in states adopting California emissions standards, your vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications, but emission control system performance may be affected.
Filling Your Tank &%qq p &?**",, _. ,2,L*L . .. " Fuel vapor is higllly flammable. li burns violently, and that can cause very bad injuries. Don't smoke if you're near fuel or refueling your vehicle. Keep sparks, flames and smoking materials away from fuel. The fuel filler door is located on the driver's side of the vehicle. The fuel cap is attached by a tether for your convenience.
The fuel filler door release button is located inside of the center console storage Compartment. If your fuel filler door release won’t operate, there is a manual release tab. The tab is located against the upper trim on the driver’s side in the rear compartment. Pull the tab to manually release the fuel filler door. While refueling, rest the tether across the tab on the fuel filler door to prevent damage to your vehicle’s finish. To remove the fuel cap, turn it slowly to the left (counterclockwise).
This may cause your malfunction indicator lamp to light and may damage your fuel tank and emissions system. See “Malfunction Indicator Lamp” in the Index. If you get fuel on yourself and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. Fuel can spray out on you if you open the duel cap too quickly. This spray can happen if your tankis nearly full, and is more likely in hot weather. Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any “hiss” noise to stop. Then unscrew the cap all the way.
Checking Things Under the Hood An electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running. Keep hands, clothing and toolsaway from any underhood electric fan. 5-10 Things that burncan get on hot engine parts and start a fire. These include liquids likefuel, oil, coolant, brake fluid, windshield washer and other fluids, and plastic or rubber. You or others could be burned. Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine.
Hood Release Notice: In order to avoid possible contact of the hood to the headlamp doors, either take care in raising the hood with the headlamps up, or turn off the headlamps prior to opening the hood. To open the hood, do the following: 1. Pull the handle located inside the vehicle below the instrument panel on the driver’s side. 2. Go to the side of the vehicle and pull up on the rear edge of the hood, near the windshield. Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly.
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A. Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap B. Battery C.Engine Oil Dipstick D.Engine Oil Fill Cap E. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter F. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir G. Brake Fluid Reservoir H. Clutch Master Cylinder Reservoir I. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil It’s a good idea to check your engine oil level every time you get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground.
The engine oil fill cap is located in the engine compartment on top of the valve cover on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. See Engine Compartment Ovetview on page 5-12 for more information on location. I I When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is at or below the cross-hatched area at the tip of the dipstick, you’ll need to add at least one quart of oil. But you must use the right kind. This part explains what kind of oil to use.
SAE 5W-30 As shown in the viscosity chart, SAE 5W-30 is best for your vehicle. However, you can use SAE 1O-W30 if it’s going to be 0°F (-18°C) or above. These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness. Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 2OW-50. LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL HQT WEATHER Oils meeting these requirements should also have the starburst symbol on the container. This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute (API).
Substitute Engine Oil: When adding oil to maintain engine oil level, oil meeting GM Standard GM4718M may not be available. You can add substitute oil designated SAE 5W-30 with the starburst symbol at all temperatures. If temperatures are above 0°F (-18"C), you may substitute SAE 1OW-30 with the starburst symbol. Substitute oil not meeting GM Standard GM4718M should not be used for an oil change. Engine Oil Additives Don't add anything to your oil.
How to Reset the Change Oil Soon Message The GM Oil Life SystemTMcalculates when to change your engine oil and filter based on vehicle use. Anytime your oil is changed, reset the system so it can calculate when the next oil change is required. If a situation occurs where you change your oil prior to a CHANGE OIL SOON message being turned on, reset the system. To reset the CHANGE OIL SOON message after an oil change, do the following: 1. Turn the ignition to ON, with the engine off. 2.
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Operating the engine withthe air cleaner/filter off can cause you or others tobe burned. The air cleaner not only cleans theair, it stops flame if the engine backfires.If it isn’t there and the engine backfires, you couldbe burned. Don’t drive with it off, and be careful working off. on the engine with the air cleanedfilter The engine air cleaner/filter is located at the center front of the engine compartment.
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Replacement To remove the engine air cleaner/filter: 2. Pull the assembly out. 3. Replace the filter. See Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 5-94. 1. Pull up on the clips on each side to release the assembly. 4. Push the assembly back into place. K. v FQCtnn tha U V L V . . .I.
Automatic Transmission Fluid How to Check It is not necessary to check the transmission fluid level. A transmission fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss. If a leak occurs, take the vehicle to your dealer service department and have it repaired as soon as possible. There is a special procedure for checking and changing the transmission fluid. Because this procedure is difficult, you should have this done at your dealer service department.
How to Check Then, follow these steps: Because this operation can be difficult, you may choose to have this done at your dealership service department. If you do it yourself, besure to follow all the instructions here, or you could get a false reading. Notice: Too much or too little fluid can damage your transmission. Too much can mean that some of the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine part or exhaust system parts, starting a fire. Too little fluid could cause the transmission to overheat.
How to Add Fluid When to Check and What to Use Here’s how to add fluid. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of fluid to use. See Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6- 13. 1. Remove the filler plug. 2. Add fluid at the filler plug hole. Add only enough fluid to bring the fluid level up to the bottom of the filler plug hole. 3. Install the filler plug. Be sure the plug is fully seated. 4. Tighten the plug to 20 Ib ft (27 N*m ).
How to Check and Add Fluid Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with DEX-COOLa engine coolant. This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 150,000 miles (240 000 km), whichever occurs first, if you add only DEX-COOL@ extendedlife coolant. The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low. If you have a problem with engine overheating, see Engine Overheating on page 5-26.
Notice: When adding coolant, it is important that you use onlyDEX-COOL@(silicate-free) coolant. If coolant other than DEX-COOL@is added to the system, premature engine, heater core or radiator corrosion may result.In addition, the engine coolant will require change sooner -- at 30,000 miles (50,000 km) or 24 months, whichever occurs first. Damage caused by the use of coolant other than DEX-COOL@is not covered by your new vehicle warranty.
Checking Coolant Turning the surge tank pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly. Never turn the surge tank pressure cap - even a little - when the engine and radiator are hot. The vehicle must be on a level surface. When your engine is cold, the coolant level should be at the FULL COLD mark. The FULL COLD mark is on the front of the coolant surge tank. Don't overfill the surge tank.
Adding Coolant Engine Overheating If you need more coolant, add the proper DEX-COOL@ coolant mixture at the surge tank, but only when the engine is cool. You will find an engine coolant temperature gage on the instrument panel cluster and a COOLANT OVER TEMP message on the Driver Information Center (DIC). See Engine Coolant Temperature Gage on page 3-38 and DlC Warnings and Messages on page3-53. r Youcan bc urnedyou I- II coolantonhot engine parts.
If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine Steam from an ove eated engine can b n you badly, even if you just open the hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it. dust turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle untilit cools down. Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood. ... If you keep driving when your engine is overheated, the liquids in it can catch fire. You or others could be badly burned.
If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get an engine overheat warning but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when you: Climb a long hill on a hot day. Stopafter high-speed driving. Idle for long periods in traffic. If you get the overheat warning with no sign of steam, try this for a minute or so: 1. In heavy traffic, let the engine idle in NEUTRAL (N) while stopped.
Cooling System When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what you’ll see: r tne nood An elec :tric engine cooling fan undeN can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling, don’t do anything else until it cools down. The vehicle should be parked on a level surface. A. Electric Engine Cooling Fans B.
Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Don’t touch them. If you do, you can be burned. Don’t run the engine if there is a leak. If you run the engine, it could lose all coolant. That could cause an engine fire, and you could be burned. Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle. The coolant level should be at or above the FULL COLD mark.
Notice: When adding coolant, it is important that If no coolant is visible in the surge tank, add coolant as you use onlyDEX-COOL~(silicate-free) coolant. follows: If coolant other thanDEX-COOL is added to the system, premature engine, heater core or radiator corrosion may result. In addition, the engine - at 30,000 miles coolant will require change sooner (50 000 km) or 24 months, whichever occurs first.
Your vehicle's coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture. With plain water or the wrong mixture, your engine could get too hot but you wouldn't getthe overheat warning. Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned. Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and DEX COOL@ coolant. Notice: In cold weather, water can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mixture.
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface. You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise about one-quarter turn and then stop. If you hear a hiss, wait for that to stop. A hiss means there is still some pressure left. 3. Then fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mixture, to the FULL COLD mark on the coolant surge tank. 2.
4. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off, start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine cooling fan(s). By this time, the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower. If the level is lower, add more of the proper mixture to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches the FULL COLD mark on the coolant surge tank. 5-34 5. Then replace the pressure cap. Be sure the pressure cap is hand-tight and fully seated.
Power Steering Fluid How to Check Power Steering Fluid Turn the key off, let the engine compartment cool down, wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean, then unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with aclean rag. Replace the cap and completely tighten it. Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick. The level should be at the FULL COLD mark. If necessary, add only enough fluid to bring the level up to the mark.
Windshield Washer Fluid a When using concentrated washer fluid, follow What to Use the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read the manufacturer’s instructions before use. If youwill be operating your vehicle in an area where thetemperature may fall below freezing, use afluid that has sufficient protection against freezing. See Engine Compartment Overview on page5- 12 for reservoir location.
Brakes Brake Fluid The other reason is that fluid is leaking out of the brake system. If it is, you should have your brake system fixed, since a leak means that sooner or later your brakes won’t work well, or won’t work at all. So, it isn’t a good idea to “top off’ your brake fluid. Adding brake fluid won’t correct a leak. If you add fluid when your linings are worn, then you’ll have too much fluid when you get new brake linings.
Checking Brake Fluid You can check the brake fluid without taking off the cap. Just look at the brake fluid reservoir. The fluid level should be above the MIN mark on the reservoir. If it isn’t, have your brake system checked to see if there is a leak. ‘ith the wrong kind of fluid in your brake system, your brakes may not workwell, or they may not even work at all. This could cause a crash. Always use the proper brake fluid.
Brake Wear Your vehicle has four-wheel disc brakes. Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed. The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving (except when you are pushing on the brake pedal firmly). Notice: Continuing to drive with worn-out brake pads could result in costly brake repair.
Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking. Your vehicle was designed and tested with top-quality GM brake parts. When you replace parts of your braking system - for example, when your brake linings wear down and you need new ones put in - be sure you get new approved GM replacement parts. If you don’t, your brakes may no longer work properly.
Jump Starting If your battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. Be sure to fo” N the steps below to do it safely. I L t e r i e s ca.. .wrt you. They can be _._ingerous because: They contain acid that can burn you. They contain gas that can explode or ignite. They contain enough electricity to burn you. @ If you don’t follow these steps exactly, some or all of these things can hurt you.
4. Open the hoods and locate the batteries. Find the positive (+) and negative (-) terminal locations on each vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on location. battery has filler caps, be sure the rightamount of fluid is there. If it is low, add water to take care of that first. If you don’t, explosive gas could be present. elect. _ _ fan can st,. - up even when the engine is not running and can injureyou.
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 (+) or to a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. Negative (-) will go to a heavy, unpainted metal engine part or to a remote negative (-) terminal if the vehicle has one.
7. Don’t let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the positive (+) terminal of the good battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. 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 goesto a heavy, unpainted metal engine part or to a remote negative(-) terminal on the vehicle with the dead battery. 8. Now connect the black negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of the good battery.
11 Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery. If it won’t start after a few tries, it probably needs service. = Nofice: Damage to your vehicle may result from electrical shorting if jumper cables are removed incorrectly. To prevent electrical shorting, take care that the cables don’t touch each other or any other metal. The repairs wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles, do the following: 1.
Rear Axle To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface. When to Check Lubricant If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole, you’ll need to add some lubricant. Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant. See Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections on page 6- 1 1.
Bulb Replacement For the proper type of replacement bulb, see Bulb Replacement on page5-47. For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer’s service department. Headlamps 1. The headlamp doors need to be halfway open. Turn the headlamps on, then quickly back to the parking lamps setting. You may have to do this a few times to get the half-open position. Halogen Bulbs Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb.
2. Remove the screws on each side of the headlamp bezel. 3. Open the hood. 4. To remove the bezel, pull the sides slightly outward and tilt the bezel forward. Pull the clip centered above the lens outward. Be careful not to scratch the paint on the vehicle. 5-48 5. Reach behind the lamp and turn the bulb counterclockwise to remove it. Don’t touch the halogen bulbs. The inner bulb is the high beam and the outer bulb is the low beam. 6. Disconnect the desired bulb from the wiring harness. 7.
Taillamps and Turn Signal Lamps 1. Remove the screws. 2. Pull the taillamp housing assembly out. A. Back-up Lamp B. Inboard Taillamp C.
3. To remove the socket with the bulb, squeeze the tab while you turn the socket counterclockwise. 5-50 4. Remove the bulb from the socket. 5. Reverse the steps listed previously with a new bulb.
Back-up Lamps Replacement Bulbs You can access the back-up lamps through the inboard taillamp opening. See Taillamps and Turn Signal Lamps on page 5-49. 1. Squeeze the tab on the socket while turning it counterclockwiseto remove it from the assembly. 2. Remove the bulb from the socket. 3. Reverse the steps listed previously with a new bulb. For any bulb replacements or procedures not listed here, please consult your dealer.
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear orcracking. See “Wiper Blade Check under Part B: Owner Checks and Services on page 6-7 for more information. Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways. For the proper type and length, see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 5-9 I. It’s a good idea to clean or replace the wiper blade assembly every six months.
3. Put the blade assembly pivot in the wiper arm hook. Pull up until the pivot locking tab locks in the hook slot. To install the new wiper insert: 4. Carefully lower the wiper arm and blade assembly onto the windshield. A Installation guide: E3 ,D A 1. Slide the insert (D), notched end last, into the end with the two blade claws (A). Slide the insert all the way through the blade claws at the opposite end (B). Plastic caps (C) will be forced off as the :.---.A I- 1. -11. .
Tires Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your Ct- rolet V ’ rranty booklet for details. Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous. Overloading your tires can cause overheating as a result of too much friction. You could have an air-out and a serious accident. See “Loading Your Vehicle’’ in the Index.
The tire can operate effectively with no air pressure for up to 200 miles (320 km) at speeds upto 55 mph (90 km/h), a is but thetire would then have to be replaced. When tire filled with air,it provides a cushion between the road and the wheel. Because you won’t have this cushion when driving on adeflated tire, try to avoid potholes that could damage your wheel andrequire replacement of it. Some road hazards can damage a tire beyond repair.
If you feel that winter tires are needed for your driving conditions, Goodyear Eagle M+S EMT tires are available in your original equipment sizes from an authorized Goodyear EMT retailer. These tires will improve snow traction while maintaining your vehicle’s extended mobility feature. When using winter tires on your vehicle, be sure to use them on all four wheels. See Buying New Tires on page 5-59.
If the display doesn’t showtire pressure, or if the SERVICE TIRE MON SYS message appears see your dealer for service. For more information, see Tire Pressure Monitor System (Except Z06) on page 5-57 and Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 3-44. This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry and Science Canada.
If a tire pressure message appears on the Driver Information Center, stop as soon as you can. Have the tire pressures checked and set to those shown on your Tire-Loading Information label. See inflation -- Tire Pressure on page 5-56. en th .OW TIRE PRESSUREor FLAT TIRE message is displayed on the Driver Information Center, your vehicle’s handling capabilities will be reduced during severe maneuvers. If you drive too fast, you could lose control of your vehicle. You or others could be injured.
Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need, look at the Tire-Loading Information label. The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec) number on each tire’s sidewall. When you get new tires, get ones with that same TPC Spec number. That way your vehicle will continue to have tires that are designed to give proper endurance, handling, speed rating, traction, ride and other things during normal service on your vehicle.
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Treadwear Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half (1-5) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100.
Temperature - A, B, C Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure.
If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts, replace them only with new GM original equipment parts. This way, you will be sure to have the right wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your vehicle. I Using the wrong re1 cement wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous. It could affect the braking and handling of your vehicle, make your tires lose air and make you lose control.You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured.
Magnesium Wheels I Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly llyhtened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off. This could lead to a crash. Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts.If you have to replace them, be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts. Notice: Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the whee! nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification.
Tire Chains Don’tusetire .,..IS. Therc notenough clearance. Tire chains used on a vehicle without the proper amountof clearance can cause damage to the brakes, suspension or other vehicle parts. The area damaged by the tire chains could cause you to lose control of your vehicle and you or others may be injured in a crash. Use another type of traction device only if its manufacturer recommends it for use on your vehicle and tire size combination and road conditions. Follow that manufacturer’s instructions.
If you ever use a jack to lift your Corvette, such as to display it at a show, follow the instructions that came with the jack, and be sure to use the correct lifting points to avoid damaging your vehicle. Getting under a vehicle whenit is jacked upis dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured or killed.Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack.
Lifting From the Front A The front lifting point can be accessed for either the driver’s or passenger’s side of the vehicle, behind the front tires. 1. Locate the lifting point (B) on either side of your vehicle to jack the vehicle according to the illustration shown. 2. Be sure to place a block or pad between the jack and the vehicle. 3. Lift the vehicle with the jack, making sure the jack spans at least two of the crossmember ribs (A).
Lifting From the Rear V The rear lifting point can be accessed from the rear of the vehicle, on either the driver’s or passenger’s side. 1. Locate the lifting point to jack your vehicle according to the illustration shown. 2. Be sure to place a block or pad between the jack and the vehicle. 3. Lift the vehicle with the jack, making sure the jack spans at least two of the crossmember ribs. For more information, see Doing Your Own Service Work on page 5-4.
If a Tire Goes Flat Your Corvette has no spare tire, no tire changing equipment and no place to store a tire. It’s unusual for a tire to “blow out” while you’re driving, especially if you maintain your tires properly. See “Tires” in the Index. If air goes out of a tire, it’s much more likely to leak out slowly. If your vehicle has Extended Mobility Tires (EMT), you won’t need to stop on the side of the road to change a flat tire. EMT tires can operate effectively with no air pressure.
Z06 models do not have Extended Mobility Tires. If a Z06 model tire goes flat,avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place and stopping. Then do this: 1. Turn on the hazard warning flashers. 2. Set the parking brake firmly. 3. Put the shift lever (manual transmission) in REVERSE (R). 4. Turn off the engine. 5. Inspect the flat tire. If the tire has been separated from the wheel or has damaged sidewalls or large tears that allow rapid call a tire repair facility.
Tire Inflator Kit (Z06 Only) Every Z06 model with P295/35ZR18 and P265/402Rl7 tires, when new, was equipped with a tire inflator kit. The repair kit contains a detailed instruction card that outlines step by step the temporary repair procedure. Be sure to read and follow all the tire inflator kit instructions. The kit also includes: A. Air Compressor B. Tire Sealant C. Sealant Filling Hose D. Air Compessor Accessory Plug E. Air Compressor Inflator Hose 5-70 F. Air Pressure Gage G.
Tire Sealant The kit contains a liquid sealant that when injected into a flat tire, may temporarily repair nail holes or cuts in the tread area of the tire. The tire sealant cannot repair tire damage caused while driving on a flat tire or a tire that has had a “blow out” or a tire that has punctures in the sidewall areas. The tire sealant solution is a one-time use application for one tire only. Check the tire sealant expiration date; the sealant may not be as effective beyond the expiration date.
It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle with the engine running,if the shift lever is not in NEUTRAL (N) with the parking brake firmly set (manual transmission). Your vehicle can roll or move suddenly even when on fairly level ground. To be sure your vehicle won’t move, always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to NEUTRAL (N) when you start or idle your engine. Idling the engine in a closed-in place or with the climate control system off can cause deadly carbon monoxide (CO).
1 The maximumspeed label reminds you to drive cautiously and not to exceed 55 mph (90 km/h) until you have the damaged tire inspected and repaired. Tire Inflator KitStorage The tire inflator kit is stored in the rear hatch/trunk area of your vehicle. Repairheplace tire. Reparer ou remplacer le pneu. 0 Repararlsustituir el neumatico. Place the air compressor pump and accessories into the inflator kit case and store in the hatchhrunk compartment area of your vehicle. A' A E3 B 1.
1. Loop the elastic cord (A) around the handle of the tire inflator kit. To Stow the Tire Inflatnr Kit: Stc,,,lg the tire inflator kit or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store the tire inflator kit in the proper place. I B A B A2. Insert the tire inflator kit under the elastic band (C) that is secured to the floor of the hatchkrunk area of your vehicle. 3.
Appearance Care Remember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic. Others can burst into flames if you strike a match or get them ona hot part of the vehicle. Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space. When you use anything from a container to clean your vehicle, be sure to follow the manufacturer’s warnings and instructions. And always open your doors or windows when you’re cleaning the inside.
Leather Here are some cleaning tips: Always read the instructions on the cleaner label. Clean up stains as soon as you can they set. - before Carefully scrape off any excess stain. Use a clean cloth or sponge, and change to a clean area often. A soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn. If a ring forms on fabric after spot cleaning, clean the entire area immediately or it will set. Coated Moldings These moldings are around the hatch opening in the rear area.
Interior Plastic Components Care of Safety Belts Useonlya mild Soap andwater solution ona soft cloth or sponge. Commercial cleaners may affect the surface finish. Keep belts clean and d Security Shade and Convenience Net Wash with warm water and mild detergent, rinse with cold water and tumble dry on low. Do not use chlorine bleach. 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.
Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss retention and durability. Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses Use only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions under “Washing Your Vehicle.” Washing Your Vehicle Finish Care The best way to preserve your vehicle’s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water.
Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging, weather and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period of years. You can help to keep the paint finish looking new by keeping your vehicle garaged or covered whenever possible. Removable Roof Panel Special care is necessary when cleaning, removing and/or storing the roof panel.
Convertible Top Aluminum Wheels Your convertible top should be cleaned often. If you use an automatic car wash, use one with water jets and hanging cloths. High pressure car washes may cause water to enter your vehicle. 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. When you hand washthe top, do it in partial shade. Use a mild soap, lukewarm water and soft a sponge.
Finish Damage Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the finish should be repaired right away. Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch-up materials avaliable from your dealer or other service outlets. Larger areas of finish damage can be corrected in your dealer’s body and paint shop. Magnesium Wheel Finish Titanium Exhaust System (Z06 Only) Time and high performance driving conditions can cause a color change in titanium exhaust system parts. This is normal for a titanium surface.
GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials Description See your GM dealer for more information on purchasing the following products. Vinyl Cleaner I I I I Removes dirt, grime, smoke and finaertxints. Chrome and Wire Wheel Removes dirt and grime from chrome wheels and Cleaner wire wheel covers. I Removes dust, fingerprints, and surface Finish Enhancer contaminants, Spray on wbe off.
Vehicle Identification ervice Parts Id ntification Label Vehicle Identification Number (VlN) You’ll find this label located inside the glovebox. It’s very helpful if you ever need to order parts. On this label is: @ EI II 1111 @ III 111111111111111111111111 111111II111111111111111111111It bl SAMPLE4UX1M072675 bl @ @ yourVIN, the model designation, paint information and a list of all production options and special equipment Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle.
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 covered by your warranty. Some add-on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should. Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting to add anything electrical to your vehicle, see Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle on page 1-47.
Notice: When using the accessory power plug: e Headlamp Wiring Do NOT splice wires directly into the vehicle electrical wire harness. If done incorrectly, spicing may cause damage to your electrical system and would not be covered by the vehicle’s warranty. The headlamp wiring is protected by a circuit breaker. An electrical overload will cause the lamps to go on and off, or in some cases to remain off. If this happens, have your headlamp wiring checked right away.
Fuses and Circuit 5reakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of maxi-fuses, mini-fuses and circuit breakers. This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems. Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. If the band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating.
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p 47 ignition 1 Rear Defogger 40 I 1 I I I Starter Blank 5-88 41 42 I Left Daytime Running Lamp I Tonneau Release I Courtesy Lamps ~______ Automatic Lamp Control Parking 44 I Automatic Lamp Control Headlamps 45 46 ISpeakers Bose Defoaaer I Rear
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33 34 39 Air Pump Air Conditioner and Clutch 1 Fog Lamp I 41 Coolinq Fan 1 5-91
Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. Please refer to Part Dr Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-73for more information. Capacities and Specifications Capacities Application I Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a I English 1.75 Ibs Metric I 0.79 kg I Automatic Transmission Drain and Refill I Overhaul 5.0 quarts 4.7 L 10.8 quarts 10.2 L ~~ I ~~~~~~ ~ ~~~ ~ Cooling System 11.9 12.
Engine Specifications - I Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap [ Firing Order 1-8-7-2-6-5-4-3 LS6 V8 S Manual 0.060inch (1.524 mm) 1-8-7-2-6-5-4-3 Engine Data Engine LS1 Automatic Transmission Horsepower 350 605200 rpm 7 T I Torque 360@ 4000 rpm 350605200 rpm Transmission ~~~~~ ~ Displacement 5.7 L Compression Ratio 5.7 L 10.1:l 5.7 L 10.W 10.
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Number Part A91 7C* Enqine Air CleanedFilter PF44* Engine Oil Filter PCV Valve CV948C* Spark Plug 41-974* Windshield Wiper Blade I Length I I I * ACDelco@part number. 5-94 22 inches (55.
Engine Accessory Drive Belt Routing 5-95
Section 6 Maintenance Schedul Maintenance Schedule ...................................... 6-2 introduction ................................................... 6-2 Your Vehicle and the Environment .................... 6-2 Maintenance Requirements .............................. 6-2 How This Section is Organized ......................... 6-3 Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services ...........6-4 Using Your Maintenance Schedule .................... 6-4 Scheduled Maintenance ...................................
Maintenance Schedule Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the Introduction environment. All recommended maintenance procedures are important. Improper vehicle maintenance can I even affect the quality of the air we breathe. Improper IMPORTANT: fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase KEEP ENGINE OIL the level of emissions from your vehicle.
How This Section is Organized “Part B: Owner Checks and Services” tells you what should be checked and when. It also explains what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition. This maintenance schedule is divided into five parts: “Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” explains what to have done and how often.
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services This part contains engine oil scheduled maintenance which explains the engine oil life system and how it indicates when to change the engine oil and filter. Also, listed are scheduled maintenance services which are to be performed at the mileage intervals specified. Using Your Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to keep your vehicle in good working condition. But we don’t know exactly how you’ll drive it.
Footnotes t The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air ResourcesBoard has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emissions warranty orlimit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle's useful life. We, however, urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded.
50,000 Miles (83000 km) Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: - In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or higher. - In hilly or mountainous terrain. - Uses such as high performance operation. If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the fluid and filter at 100,000 miles (166 000 km). Manual transmission fluid doesn’t require change.
Part B: Owner Checks and Services Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Listed in this part are owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety, dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle. Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if necessary. See Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5-36 for further details. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once.
At Least Twice a Year Manual Transmission Check Restraint System Check Check the transmission fluid level; add if needed. See Manual Transmission Fluid on page 5-20. Check for leaks. A fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss. Have the system inspected and repaired if needed. Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts.
Starter Switch Check Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check en yo-. are dc ...g tl..- check, the vehicle could move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be injured. Follow the steps below. 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.
Ignition Automatic Transmission Lock Check Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the parking brake. While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition key to OFF in each shift lever position. To check the parking brake’s holding ability: With the engine running and transmission in NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal. Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only.
Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed in this part are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring and fall). You should let your dealer’s service department or otherqualified service center do these jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Proper procedures to perform these services may be found in a service manual. See Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7-10.
Fuel System Inspection Rear Axle Service Inspect the complete fuel system for damage or leaks. Check the gear lubricant level in the rear axle and add if needed. See Rear Axle on page 5-46. A fluid loss may indicate a problem. Check the axle and repair it if needed. Engine Cooling System Inspection Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, fittings and clamps; replace as needed.
Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification maybe obtained from your dealer. Usaqe Engine Oil Fluid/Lubricant The engine requires a special engine oil meeting GM Standard GM4718M. Oils meeting this standard may be identified as synthetic, and should also be identified with the American Petroleum Institute Certified for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol.
Key Lock Cylinders Rear Axle (Limited-Slip Differential) 6-14 Fluid/Lubricant Mulit-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. U S . 12346241, in Canada 10953474, or equivalent). SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12378261, in Canada 10953455, or equivalent) meeting GM Specification 99861 15. With a complete drain and refill add 4 ounces (1 18 ml) of Limited-Slip Axle Lubricant Additive (GM Part No. U.S. 1052358, in Canada 992694 or equivalent) where required.
Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service ana any additional information from “Owner Checks and Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” on the following record pages. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts.
Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer 6-16
Maintenance Record (cont’d) 6-17
Maintenance Record (cont’d) 6-18
Customer As Customer Assistance Information ......................7.2 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ...................... 7.2 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone ( T Y ) Users ............................................... 7.3 Customer Assistance Offices ............................ 7.4 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities .................................................. 7.5 Roadside Assistance Program .......................... 7.5 ion Courtesy Transportation ........................
Customer Assistance Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer’s sales or service departments. Sometimes, however, despite the best intentions of all concerned, misunderstandings can occur.
STEP THREE: Both General Motors and your dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with your new vehicle. However, if you continue to remain unsatisfied after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two, you should file with the GM/BBB Auto Line Program to enforce any additional rights you may have. Canadian owners refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet for information on the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP).
Customer Assistance Canada Chevrolet encourages customers to call the toll-free number for assistance. If a U.S. customer wishes to write to Chevrolet, the letter should be addressed to Chevrolet’s Customer Assistance Center.
GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities This program, available to qualified applicants, can reimburse you up to $1,000 toward aftermarket driver or passenger adaptive equipment you may require for your vehicle (hand controls, wheelchair/scooter lifts, etc.). This program can also provide you with free resource information, such as area driver assessment centers and mobility equipment installers. The program is available for a limited period of time from the date of vehicle purchase/lease.
Roadside Courtesy Care provides: Roadside Basic Care services (as outlined previously) Plus: 0 FREE Non-Warranty Towing (to the closest dealer from a legal roadway) FREE Locksmith/Key Service (when keys are lost on the road or locked inside) FREE Flat Tire Service (spare installed on the road) FREE Jump Start (at home or on the road) FREE Fuel Delivery ($5 of fuel delivered on the road) Chevrolet offers Courtesy Transportation for customers needing warranty service.
si Vehicles purchased in Canada have an extensive Roadside Assistance program accessible from anywhere in Canada or the United States. Please refer to the Warranty and Owner Assistance Information book. Courtesy Transportation Chevrolet has always exemplified quality and value in its offering of motor vehicles. To enhance your ownership experience, we and our participating dealers are proud to offer Courtesy Transportation, a customer support program for new vehicles.
Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement If your vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs, reimbursement up to $30 per day (five day maximum) may be available for the use of public transportation such as taxi or bus. In addition, should you arrange transportation through a friend or relative, reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses up to $10 per day (five day maximum) may be available. Claim amounts should reflect actual costs and be supported by original receipts.
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian 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 Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA),in addition to notifying General Motors.
Service Publications Ordering Information In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Owner’s Manual, and Warranty Booklet. Service Manuals Without Portfolio: Owner’s Manual only. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $60.00 RETAIL SELL PRICE: $20.00 Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. Current and Past Model Order Forms RETAIL SELL PRICE: $120.00 Service Publications are available for current and past model GM vehicles.
A AccessoryPowerOutlets ................................. Accessory Power Plug ..................................... Activating the Theft-Deterrent Feature ................ Active Handling System ................................... Active Handling System Light ........................... AddingWasher Fluid ....................................... AdditionalProgram Information ........................... Additives, Fuel ................................................. Add-on Electrical Equipment ............
Audio Systems (cont.) Setting the Time .......................................... Theft-Deterrent Feature ................................ Trunk-Mounted CD Changer .......................... Understanding Radio Reception ..................... Automatic Transmission ................................... Fluid .......................................................... Operation ................................................... Automatic Transmission Check ...........................
Check EngineLight ............................................... GagesWarningLight ................................... Check Engine Light ......................................... Checking Coolant ............................................ Checking Engine Oil ........................................ Checking Things Under the Hood ...................... Checking Your Restraint Systems ...................... Chemical Paint Spotting ...................................
Customer Assistance Information (cont.) Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors ...... 7-9 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government .............................................. 7-9 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government .............................................. 7-9 Roadside Assistance Program ......................... 7-5 Service Publications Ordering Information ........ 7-10 D DaytimeRunningLamps .................................. 3-13 Defensive Driving ............
Engine (cont.) ................... 2-23 Coolant Heater .................. Coolant TemperatureGage ........................... 3-38 Cooling System Inspection ............................ 6-12 Engine Compartment Overview ...................... 5-12 Exhaust ..................................................... 2-35 Oil ............................................................. 5-13 Oil Pressure Gage ....................................... 3-41 Overheating ................................................
G Gage Check Gages Warning Light .......................... Engine Coolant Temperature ......................... Engine Oil Pressure ..................................... Fuel .......................................................... Speedometer .............................................. Tachometer ................................................. VoltmeterGage ........................................... Gasoline Octane ........................................................ Specifications ...........
Ignition Automatic Transmission ...................... . . . . . . . . 6-10 Check Lock Ignition Positions ............................................. 2-20 Infants and Young Children, Restraints ............... 1-23 Inflation -- TirePressure .................................. 5-56 Inflator Kit, Tire ............................................... 5-70 Inspection 6-12 BrakeSystem ............................................. Engine Cooling System ................................ 6-12 Exhaust System ........
Light (cont.) BrakeSystemWarning ................................. CheckGagesWarning ................................. Malfunction Indicator .................................... Safety BeltReminder ................................... Security ..................................................... TCSWarning Light ...................................... Traction Control System(TCS)Warning .......... Lighted Visor Vanity Mirrors .............................. Limited-Slip Rear Axle .............................
Mexico. Central America and Caribbean Islands/ Countries (Except Puerto Rico and U S. Virgin Islands) ....................................................... 7-4 Mirrors 2-37 AutomaticDimmingRearview ........................ Manual Rearview Mirror ................................ 2-37 Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror ................. 2-38 OutsideConvexMirror ................................. 2-38 2-38 Outside Power Heated Mirrors ....................... ModelReference ......................................
PASS-Key@.................................................... Plan Ahead When Possible ................................ Playing a Cassette Tape .................................. Playing a Compact Disc ................................... Playing the Radio ................................... 3-63, Power Accessory Outlets ........................................ Antenna Mast Care ...................................... Door Locks ................................................. Electrical System .............
Restraint System Check (cont.) Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash ..................................................... 1-48 Restraint Systems 1-48 Checking .................................................... Replacing Parts ........................................... 1-48 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...................... 2-21 Roadside Assistance Program ....................................... 7-5 Rocking YourVehicle To Get It Out ........ .... 4-32 Panel Roof ..............................
Skidding ........................................................ 4-1 7 Some Other Rainy Weather Tips ....................... 4-21 Specifications. Capacities ................................. 5-92 Speedometer .................................................. 3-31 Sport Seat ....................................................... 1-6 Starter Interlock Feature .................................. 2-22 Starter Switch Check ........................................ 6-9 Starting Your Engine .......................
Towing (cont.) Your Vehicle ............................................... Traction Active Handling System ................................ Control System (TCS) .................................... ....................... ControlSystemWarningLight Limited-Slip Rear Axle .................................. Selective Ride Control .................................. Transmission Fluid. Automatic ........................................... Fluid.Manual ..............................................
What to Do with Used Oil ................................ What to Use .......................... 5.24. 5.35. 5.36. Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance .......................... Replacement ............................................... When to Add Engine Oil .............................. When to Change Engine Oil (GM Oil Life SystemTM) ................................ When to Check ...................................... 5-20, When to Check and What to Use ..................... When to Check Lubricant .....
