2007 Chevrolet Optra Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ....................... 7 Front Seats .............................................. 9 Rear Seats ............................................. 16 Safety Belts ............................................ 18 Child Restraints ...................................... 38 Airbag System ........................................ 66 Restraint System Check ......................... 84 Features and Controls ................................ 87 Keys ..........
Service and Appearance Care .................. Service ................................................. Fuel ...................................................... Checking Things Under the Hood ......... Headlamp Aiming ................................. Bulb Replacement ................................ Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ..................................... Tires ..................................................... Appearance Care ..................................
This manual describes features that may be available in this model, but your vehicle may not have all of them. For example, more than one entertainment system may be offered or your vehicle may have been ordered without a front passenger or rear seats. GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, CHEVROLET, and the CHEVROLET Emblem are registered trademarks; and the name OPTRA is a trademark of General Motors Corporation. This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed.
How to Use This Manual Many people read the owner manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle. If this is done, it can help you learn about the features and controls for the vehicle. Pictures and words work together in the owner manual to explain things. Index A good place to quickly locate information about the vehicle is the Index in the back of the manual. It is an alphabetical list of what is in the manual and the page number where it can be found.
Vehicle Damage Warnings Vehicle Symbols Also, in this manual you will find these notices: The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component, control, message, gage, or indicator. Notice: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. A notice tells about something that can damage the vehicle.
These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle: 6
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Front Seats ..................................................... 9 Manual Seats (With Sliding Storage Tray) ........................ 9 Manual Seats (Without Sliding Storage Tray) ................. 10 Driver Seat Tilt Adjuster .............................. 11 Manual Lumbar ........................................... 12 Reclining Seatbacks .................................... 12 Head Restraints .......................................... 15 Rear Seats .................
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Airbag System .............................................. 66 Where Are the Airbags? .............................. 69 When Should an Airbag Inflate? .................. 71 What Makes an Airbag Inflate? ................... 73 How Does an Airbag Restrain? ................... 73 What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates? ........................................ 74 Passenger Sensing System ......................... 76 8 Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ......
Front Seats Manual Seats (With Sliding Storage Tray) If your vehicle has a sliding storage tray under the front seat, the manual seat lever looks like this. Pull up and hold the lever located under the front of the seat to unlock it. {CAUTION: You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you do not want to.
Manual Seats (Without Sliding Storage Tray) {CAUTION: If your vehicle does not have a sliding storage tray under the front seat, the manual seat bar looks like this. Pull up and hold the bar located under the front of the seat to unlock it. You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you do not want to.
Driver Seat Tilt Adjuster Turn the front knob to adjust the tilt of the front portion of the seat cushion. Turn the rear knob to adjust the tilt of the rear portion of the seat cushion. The manual drivers seat tilt adjuster knobs are located on the outboard side of the seat cushion.
Manual Lumbar Your vehicle may have manually operated lumbar support for the driver’s seat. Reclining Seatbacks {CAUTION: You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you do not want to. Adjust the driver’s seat only when the vehicle is not moving. {CAUTION: To adjust the front seat lumbar support, use the lever located on the outboard side of the seatback.
To recline the seatback, do the following: 1. Lift the recline lever. 2. Move the seatback to the desired position, then release the lever to lock the seatback in place. 3. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked. To return the seatback to an upright position, do the following: The seats have manual reclining seatbacks. The lever used to operate them is located on the outboard side of the seats. 1.
{CAUTION: Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts cannot do their job when you are reclined like this. The shoulder belt cannot do its job because it will not be against your body. Instead, it will be in front of you. In a crash, you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries. The lap belt cannot do its job either. In a crash, the belt could go up over your abdomen.
Head Restraints Pull the head restraint up to raise it. To lower the restraint, press the button, located on the top of the seatback, and push the restraint down. Adjust the head restraint so that the top of the restraint is at the same height as the top of the occupant’s head. This position reduces the chances of a neck injury in a crash. The rear seat head restraints may be adjustable and work the same as the front head restraints. The head restraints are removable.
Rear Seats Rear Seat Operation 3. Press the release button located on top of the rear seatback. Your vehicle has rear seatbacks that can be folded down to provide an extended cargo area. To fold down the seatback, do the following: Notice: Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts. Always unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat. 1. Push the rear head restraints down completely. 2.
To return the seatback to the upright position, do the following: {CAUTION: If the seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always push and pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked. 1. Lift the seatback up and push firmly on the top of the seatback until it latches securely in the fully upright position.
Safety Belts {CAUTION: Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts. {CAUTION: Do not let anyone ride where he or she cannot wear a safety belt properly. If you are in a crash and you are not wearing a safety belt, your injuries can be much worse. You can hit things inside the vehicle or be ejected from it. You can be seriously injured or killed.
In most states and in all Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts. Here is why: They work. You never know if you will be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you do not know if it will be a bad one. Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up, a person would not survive. But most crashes are in between. In many of them, people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away.
Put someone on it. 20 Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider does not stop.
The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... or the instrument panel...
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I am wearing a safety belt? A: You could be — whether you are wearing a safety belt or not. But you can unbuckle a safety belt, even if you are upside down. And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident, so you can unbuckle and get out, is much greater if you are belted.
Q: If I am a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? A: You may be an excellent driver, but if you are in an accident — even one that is not your fault — you and your passengers can be hurt. Being a good driver does not protect you from things beyond your control, such as bad drivers. Most accidents occur within 25 miles (40 km) of home. And the greatest number of serious injuries and deaths occur at speeds of less than 40 mph (65 km/h).
3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Do not 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. Then pull the belt across you more slowly. 24 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt is not long enough, see Safety Belt Extender on page 37.
6. To make the lap part tight, pull up on the shoulder belt. It may be necessary to pull stitching on the safety belt through the latch plate to fully tighten the lap belt on smaller occupants. 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 would be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen.
Q: What is wrong with this? {CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It will not give nearly as much protection this way.
Q: What is wrong with this? {CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your lap belt is too loose. In a crash, you could slide under the lap belt and apply force at your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The lap belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. A: The lap belt is too loose. It will not give nearly as much protection this way.
Q: What is wrong with this? {CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not 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 is wrong with this? {CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which are not as strong as shoulder bones. You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen. A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times.
Q: What is wrong with this? {CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer to fix it. A: The belt is twisted across the body.
Shoulder Belt Height Adjustment Before you begin to drive, move the shoulder belt height adjuster to the height that is right for you. Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on your shoulder. The belt should be away from your face and neck, but not falling off your shoulder. Improper shoulder belt height adjustment could reduce the effectiveness of the safety belt in a crash. To unlatch the belt, push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way.
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 do not wear safety belts. The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it is more likely that the fetus will not be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly.
Rear Seat Passengers Lap-Shoulder Belt It is very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up! Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts. All rear seating positions have lap-shoulder belts. Here is how to wear a lap-shoulder belt properly. Rear passengers who are not safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash. And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts. 1.
2. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Be sure you are using the correct buckle and that the latch plate clicks when inserted into the buckle. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt is not long enough, see Safety Belt Extender on page 37. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 3. To make the lap part tight, pull up on the shoulder part.
The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. The safety belt locks if there is a sudden stop or a crash. {CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs.
Center Rear Passenger Position (Hatchback Only) If you have a hatchback model, your vehicle has a retractable safety belt in the center rear seating position. Here is how to use the center rear safety belt. To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. 36 1. Pull the center rear safety belt from the retractor. 2. Push the latch plate at the end of the safety belt strap into the buckle with the black release button until the mechanism clicks. Make sure the safety belt webbing is not twisted.
4. Push the latch plate into the red buckle marked CENTER. If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle, tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 5. To make the lap part tight, pull down the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part.
Child Restraints Q: What is the proper way to wear safety belts? Older Children 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-shoulder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child’s face or neck? A: If the child is sitting in a seat next to a window, move the child toward the center of the vehicle. If the child is sitting in the center rear seat passenger position, move the child toward the safety belt buckle.
{CAUTION: Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the belt in this way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt’s force would then be applied right on the child’s abdomen. That could cause serious or fatal injuries. Wherever the child sits, the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the child’s thighs.
Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This includes infants and all other children. Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need, for everyone, to use safety restraints. In fact, the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle.
{CAUTION: People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby does not weigh much — until a crash. During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it. For example, in a crash at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12 lb (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a 240 lb (110 kg) force on a person’s arms. A baby should be secured in an appropriate restraint.
{CAUTION: Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Airbags plus lap-shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle’s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them. Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide.
Q: What are the different types of add-on child restraints? {CAUTION: A: Add-on child restraints, which are purchased by the vehicle’s owner, are available in four basic types. Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the 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 {CAUTION: The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older child, for whom the safety belts are designed. A young child’s hip bones are still so small that 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 is unprotected by any bony structure. This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries.
A rear-facing infant seat (B) provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant. The harness system holds the infant in place and, in a crash, acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint. 46 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 Should I Use a Child Restraint? A: A child restraint system is any device designed for use in a motor vehicle to restrain, seat, or position children. A built-in child restraint system is a permanent part of the motor vehicle. An add-on child restraint system is a portable one, which is purchased by the vehicle’s owner. To help reduce injuries, an add-on child restraint must be secured in the vehicle. With built-in or add-on child restraints, the child has to be secured within the child restraint.
Securing an Add-on Child Restraint in the Vehicle {CAUTION: A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle. Make sure the child restraint is properly installed in the vehicle using the vehicle’s safety belt or LATCH system, following the instructions that came with that restraint, and also the instructions in this manual. To help reduce the chance of injury, the child restraint must be secured in the vehicle.
Securing the Child Within the Child Restraint There are several systems for securing the child within the child restraint. One system, the three-point harness, has straps that come down over each of the infant’s shoulders and buckle together at the crotch. The five-point harness system has two shoulder straps, two hip straps, and a crotch strap. A shield may take the place of hip straps. A T-shaped shield has shoulder straps that are attached to a flat pad which rests low against the child’s body.
Where to Put the Restraint Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. We recommend that child restraints be secured in a rear seat, including an infant riding in a rear-facing infant seat, a child riding in a forward-facing child seat and an older child riding in a booster seat. Your vehicle has a rear seat that will accommodate a rear-facing child restraint. A label on your sun visor says, “Never put a rear-facing child seat in the front.
Wherever you install a child restraint, be sure to secure the child restraint properly. Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle. Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in your vehicle — even when no child is in it. Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) The LATCH system holds a child restraint during driving or in a crash. This system is designed to make installation of a child restraint easier.
Lower Anchors Top Tether Anchor Lower anchors (A) are metal bars built into the vehicle. There are two lower anchors for each LATCH seating position that will accommodate a child restraint with lower attachments (B). A top tether (A, C) anchors the top of the child restraint to the vehicle. A top tether anchor is built into the vehicle.
Some child restraints that have a top tether are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached. Others require the top tether always to be attached. In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be attached. In the United States, some child restraints also have a top tether. Be sure to read and follow the instructions for your child restraint.
Hatchback Wagon Outside Positions For hatchback models, the top tether anchors (B) are located under trim covers in the rear cargo area, attached to the back wall (A) of the vehicle. Squeeze and pull the front part of the trim cover to access the anchors. Remove the cargo shade before installing the top tether. The cargo shade should remain off while the top tether anchor is in use.
Do not secure a child restraint in the right front passenger’s position if a national or local law requires that the top tether be attached, or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be attached. There is no place to attach the top tether in this position. Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. See Where to Put the Restraint on page 50 for additional information.
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System {CAUTION: If a LATCH-type child restraint is not attached to anchors, the restraint will not be able to protect the child correctly. In a crash, the child could be seriously injured or killed. Make sure that a LATCH-type child restraint is properly installed using the anchors, or use the vehicle’s safety belts to secure the restraint, following the instructions that came with that restraint, and also the instructions in this manual.
{CAUTION: Children can be seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped around their neck and the safety belt continues to tighten. Secure any unused safety belts behind the child restraint so children cannot reach them. Pull the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock, if your vehicle has one, after the child restraint has been installed. Be sure to follow the instructions of the child restraint manufacturer.
2. If the child restraint manufacturer recommends that the top tether be attached, attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor, if equipped. Refer to the child restraint instructions and the following steps: 2.1. Find the top tether anchor. 2.2. For hatchback models, remove the cargo shade before installing the top tether. The cargo shade should remain off while the top tether anchor is in use. 2.3. Squeeze and pull the front part of the trim cover, if there is one, to access the anchors.
If the position you are using has a head restraint and you are using a single tether, route the tether under the head restraint and in between the head restraint posts. If the position you are using has a head restraint and you are using dual tether, route the tether under the head restraint and in between the head restraint posts. Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position If your child restraint has the LATCH system, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) on page 51.
3. Buckle the belt. Be sure the latch plate clicks when you put it into the buckle. This means you are using the correct buckle. Also, make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 60 4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock.
6. If your child restraint manufacturer recommends using a top tether, attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor. Refer to the instructions that came with the child restraint and to Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) on page 51. 7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. 5.
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position Your vehicle has a right front passenger’s airbag. A rear seat is a safer place to secure a forward-facing child restraint. See Where to Put the Restraint on page 50. In addition, your vehicle has a passenger sensing system.
If you need to secure a forward-facing child restraint in the right front seat position, move the seat as far back as it will go before securing the forward-facing child restraint. See Manual Seats (With Sliding Storage Tray) on page 9 or Manual Seats (Without Sliding Storage Tray) on page 10. If your child restraint has the LATCH system, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) on page 51. There is no top tether anchor in the right front passenger’s position.
3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle’s safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.
7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. 8. If the airbag or airbags are off, the off symbol on the instrument panel near the clock will be lit and stay lit when the key is turned to ON or START. If a child restraint has been installed and the off symbol is not lit, turn the vehicle off. Remove the child restraint from the vehicle and reinstall the child restraint. 6.
A thick layer of additional material such as a blanket, or aftermarket equipment such as seat covers heaters or massagers, located between the seat cushion and the child restraint or small occupant, can affect how the passenger sensing system operates. Remove any additional material from the seat cushion before reinstalling/securing the child restraint or small occupant. Airbag System Your vehicle has the following airbags: • A frontal airbag for the driver.
Here are the most important things to know about the airbag system: {CAUTION: You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you are not wearing your safety belt — even if you have airbags. Wearing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it. Airbags are “supplemental restraints” to the safety belts. All airbags are designed to work with safety belts, but do not replace them.
{CAUTION: {CAUTION: Both frontal and side impact airbags inflate with great force, faster than the blink of an eye. If you are too close to an inflating airbag, as you would be if you were leaning forward, it could seriously injure you. Safety belts help keep you in position for airbag inflation before and during a crash. Always wear your safety belt, even with frontal airbags. The driver should sit as far back as possible while still maintaining control of the vehicle.
There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster, which shows the airbag symbol. Where Are the Airbags? The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 164 for more information. The driver’s airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel.
The right front passenger’s airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. 70 If your vehicle has one, the driver’s side impact airbag is in the side of the driver’s seatback closest to the door. If your vehicle has one, the passenger’s side impact airbag is in the side of the passenger’s seatback closest to the door.
When Should an Airbag Inflate? {CAUTION: If something is between an occupant and an airbag, the airbag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death. The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear. Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag, and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag covering. Do not let seat covers block the inflation path of a side impact airbag.
Frontal airbags may inflate at different crash speeds. For example: • If the vehicle hits a stationary object, the airbags could inflate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle hits a moving object. • If the vehicle hits an object that deforms, the airbags could inflate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle hits an object that does not deform.
What Makes an Airbag Inflate? How Does an Airbag Restrain? In an impact of sufficient severity, the airbag sensing system detects that the vehicle is in a crash. The sensing system triggers a release of gas from the inflator, which inflates the airbag. The inflator, the airbag and related hardware are all part of the airbag modules. Frontal airbag modules are located inside the steering wheel and instrument panel.
What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates? After an airbag inflates, it quickly deflates, so quickly that some people may not even realize the airbag inflated. Some components of the airbag module — the steering wheel hub for the driver’s frontal airbag, the instrument panel for the right front passenger’s frontal airbag, and for seating positions with side impact airbags, the side of the seatback closest to the door — may be hot for a short time.
In many crashes severe enough to inflate an airbag, windshields are broken by vehicle deformation. Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger airbag. • Airbags are designed to inflate only once. After they inflate, you will need some new parts for the airbag system. If you do not get them, the airbag system will not be there to help protect you in another crash. A new system will include airbag modules and possibly other parts.
Passenger Sensing System Your vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the right front passenger position. The passenger airbag status indicator will be visible when you turn your ignition key to ON or START. The airbag off symbol will be visible near the clock, located in the center of the instrument panel, during the system check. When the system check is complete, the airbag off symbol will be visible under certain conditions. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 165.
{CAUTION: CAUTION: A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger’s airbag inflates. This is because the back of the rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag. system is fail-safe, and no one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance, even though it is turned off. We recommend that rear-facing child restraints be secured in the rear seat, even if the airbag or airbags are off.
The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the right front passenger’s frontal airbag and seat-mounted side impact airbag (if equipped) if: • The right front passenger seat is unoccupied. • The system determines that an infant is present in a rear-facing infant seat. • The system determines that a small child is present in a forward-facing child restraint. • The system determines that a small child is present in a booster seat.
If, after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle, the off symbol is still not lit, check to make sure that the vehicle’s seatback is not pressing the child restraint into the seat cushion. If this happens, slightly recline the vehicle’s seatback and adjust the seat cushion if possible. Also make sure the child restraint is not trapped under the vehicle head restraint. If this happens, adjust the head restraint.
If a person of adult-size is sitting in the right front passenger’s seat, but the off symbol is lit, it could be because that person is not sitting properly in the seat. If this happens do one of the following: • Turn the vehicle off and ask the person to place the seatback in the fully upright position, then sit upright in the seat, centered on the seat cushion, with the person’s legs comfortably extended. Restart the vehicle and have the person remain in this position for about three minutes.
{CAUTION: If the airbag readiness light in the instrument panel cluster ever comes on and stays on, it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system. If this ever happens, have the vehicle serviced promptly, because an adult-size person sitting in the right front passenger’s seat may not have the protection of the frontal airbag and side airbag (if equipped). See Airbag Readiness Light on page 164 for more on this, including important safety information.
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle Airbags affect how your vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the airbag system in several places around your vehicle. You do not 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 airbag system. To purchase a service manual, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 406.
Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle Q: Because I have a disability, I have to get Q: Is there anything I might add to the front A: Changing or moving any parts of the or sides of the vehicle that could keep the airbags from working properly? A: Yes. If you add things that change your vehicle’s frame, bumper system, height, front end or side sheet metal, they may keep the airbag system from working properly.
Restraint System Check Checking the 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. See Care of Safety Belts on page 339. Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash. They can rip apart under impact forces.
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash {CAUTION: A crash can damage the restraint systems in your vehicle. A damaged restraint system may not properly protect the person using it, resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash. To help make sure your restraint systems are working properly after a crash, have them inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible.
If the frontal airbags inflate, you will also need to replace the driver’s and right front passenger’s safety belt pretensioners and safety belt. Be sure to do so. Then the new pretensioner and safety belt will be there to help protect you in a collision. If your vehicle has side airbags, the front seat assembly must be replaced after the side airbag has been deployed.
Section 2 Features and Controls Keys .............................................................. 89 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System .......... 91 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation .................................... 92 Doors and Locks .......................................... 95 Door Locks ................................................. 95 Central Door Unlocking System ................... 96 Power Door Locks ....................................... 96 Door Ajar Reminder .................
Section 2 Features and Controls Mirrors ......................................................... 123 Manual Rearview Mirror ............................. 123 Outside Manual Mirrors ............................. 123 Outside Power Mirrors ............................... 124 Outside Convex Mirror ............................... 125 Outside Heated Mirrors ............................. 125 Storage Areas ............................................. 126 Glove Box ...............................................
Keys {CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons, children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The windows will function with the keys in the ignition and they could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window. Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children.
One key is used for the ignition, the doors and all other locks. When a new vehicle is delivered, the dealer removes the key tag and gives it to the first owner. The tag has a code on it that tells your dealer how to make extra keys. For vehicle security, keep the key tag in a safe place and also record the key number somewhere other than inside of the vehicle. If you lose your key, you will be able to have a new one made easily using the tag.
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment. If the vehicle has the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) system, it operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada. At times you may notice a decrease in range. This is normal for any RKE system.
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation The following functions may be available if your vehicle has the remote keyless entry system. W (Unlock): Press this button to unlock all of the doors and the liftgate, if equipped. If all of the doors and the liftgate are closed, the hazard lamps will flash twice to indicate that unlocking has occurred. The theft-deterrent system will deactivate and the security light will turn off. The security light is located on the base of the driver’s door lock.
S (Panic): If your vehicle has this feature, press this button to turn on the hazard warning flashers. The hazard warning lamps will flash for about 28 seconds. Press this button again to turn off the hazard warning lamps. The lock, unlock, and panic buttons, on the remote keyless entry transmitter, will not operate while the key is in the ignition. The theft-deterrent system will not activate while the key is in the ignition.
3. Remove the battery and replace it with the new one. Make sure the positive side of the battery faces up. Use one three-volt, CR1616, or equivalent type battery. 4. Close the cover of the transmitter unit and put the unit in the cover of the transmitter. 5. Assemble the transmitter cover and replace the screw. Make sure the cover is on tightly, so water will not get in. 6. Test the transmitter operation. To replace the battery in the remote keyless entry transmitter, do the following: 1.
Doors and Locks CAUTION: (Continued) Door Locks • Outsiders can easily enter through an {CAUTION: Unlocked doors can be dangerous. • Passengers, especially children, can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle will not open it. You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors are not locked. So, wear safety belts properly and lock the doors whenever you drive.
All doors, except for the driver’s door, can be locked from the outside by pushing down the manual door lock and then closing the door. The driver’s door lock cannot be manually locked while the door is open. Upon leaving the vehicle, the driver’s door can only be locked from the outside by using the key or the optional RKE transmitter. If your vehicle has a driver’s door security light, it is located on the base of the lock.
Door Ajar Reminder If one of the doors on is not closed properly while the ignition is on, the door ajar light on the instrument panel cluster comes on and stays on until the doors are closed. Rear Door Security Locks Your vehicle has rear door security locks on each rear door that prevent passengers from opening the rear doors from the inside. See Door Ajar Light on page 177 for additional information.
Using the Rear Door Security Lock 1. Move the lever up to lock. 2. Close the door. 3. Do the same thing to the other rear door lock. Notice: Pulling the inside door handle while the rear door security locks are engaged could damage your vehicle. Do not pull the inside door handle while the rear door security locks are engaged. The rear doors on your vehicle cannot be opened from the inside while this feature is in use. Opening a Rear Door When the Security Lock is On 1. Unlock the door from the inside. 2.
Liftgate {CAUTION: It can be dangerous to drive with the liftgate open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle. You cannot see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. If you must drive with the liftgate open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the liftgate: • Make sure all other windows are shut.
Windows {CAUTION: Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather. Manual Windows Use the window crank to open and close each window. The rear windows do not open fully.
Power Windows CAUTION: {CAUTION: Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. They can be overcome from extreme heat in warm or hot weather and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons, children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move.
Express-Down Window The driver’s window may also have an express-down feature. This switch is labeled AUTO. Press the switch then release it and the driver’s window goes all the way down. To stop the window while it is lowering, press the switch again. To raise the window, pull up and hold the switch. Window Lockout The driver’s power window controls may also include a lockout button. 102 Press the lockout button to stop the front and rear passengers from using their window switches.
Theft-Deterrent Systems Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrent features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal. Theft-Deterrent System Your vehicle may have a theft-deterrent system. The theft-deterrent system will not arm when you lock the doors using the key or the manual door lock. It activates only when you use the optional remote keyless entry transmitter.
To avoid activating the alarm by accident, use one of the following methods: • Unlock the driver’s or passenger’s door using the key. • Press the unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter. Unlocking a door any other way will activate the alarm when a door, the trunk or liftgate is opened. If you do not want to arm the theft-deterrent system, lock the vehicle using the key or the manual door locks.
How the System Alarm is Activated If a door or the trunk or liftgate is opened without using the key or the remote keyless entry transmitter, the horn will sound and the lamps will flash for up to 30 seconds. How to Turn Off the System Alarm If the system alarm is active, it can be deactivated using one of the following methods: • Press the lock or unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter. • Unlock the driver’s or passenger’s front door using the key.
Ignition Positions The ignition switch can be turned to four different positions with the key. {CAUTION: On manual transaxle vehicles, turning the key to LOCK and removing it will lock the steering column and result in a loss of ability to steer the vehicle. This could cause a collision. If you need to turn the engine off while the vehicle is moving, turn the key only to ACC. Do not push the key in while the vehicle is moving.
LOCK: This position locks the steering wheel, ignition, shift lever and transaxle. This is the only position in which you can insert or remove the key. If the steering wheel is locked, move it from right to left and turn the key to ACC (Accessory). ACC (Accessory): This position operates some of the electrical accessories, such as the radio, but not the climate control system. ON: This is the position the switch returns after you start the engine and release the key.
Starting Your Engine 1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition key to START. When the engine starts, let go of the key. The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm. Notice: Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner. And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor. Wait about 15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining your battery or damaging your starter. 2.
Engine Coolant Heater Your vehicle may have an engine coolant heater. In very cold weather, 0°F (−18°C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You will get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle. At temperatures above 32°F (0°C), use of the coolant heater is not required. To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1. Turn off the engine. 2.
Automatic Transaxle Operation If your vehicle has an automatic transaxle, the shift lever is located on the console between the seats. PARK (P): This position locks the front wheels. It is the best position to use when the start your engine because your vehicle cannot move easily. {CAUTION: It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll.
Make sure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) before starting the engine. Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system. The regular brakes must be applied before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition key is in ON. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P) while holding the brake pedal down, see Shifting Out of Park (P) (Automatic Transaxle) on page 118. REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up.
AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D): This position is for normal driving. Notice: Driving your vehicle if you notice that it is moving slowly or not shifting gears as you increase speed may damage the transaxle. Have your vehicle serviced right away. FIRST (1): This position gives you even more power but lower fuel economy than SECOND (2). Use it on very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud. If the shift lever is put in FIRST (1), the transaxle does not shift into first gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough.
Hold Mode If your vehicle’s transaxle has a hold mode, select this mode to drive with some characteristics of a manual transaxle. With hold mode turned on, the automatic transaxle stays in a specific gear range. Press the HOLD button on the shift lever console to turn on hold mode.
Hold Mode Functions Here is how to operate a manual transaxle: Winter Function FIRST (1): Press the clutch pedal and shift into FIRST (1). Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. Select hold mode while in AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D), THIRD (3) or SECOND (2) to help the vehicle maintain traction on slippery road surfaces, such as snow, mud, or ice. Manually Controlling Shift Select hold mode to use your automatic transaxle like a four-speed manual transaxle.
NEUTRAL: Use this position when you start or idle the engine. REVERSE (R): To back up, press down the clutch pedal, lift up the ring on the shift lever and shift into REVERSE (R). Let up on the clutch pedal slowly while pressing the accelerator pedal. Notice: Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is moving forward could damage the transaxle. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Shift to REVERSE (R) only after your vehicle is stopped.
Parking Brake To set the parking brake, hold the brake pedal down and pull up on the parking brake lever. If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on. See Brake System Warning Light on page 168. To release the parking brake, hold the brake pedal down. Pull the parking brake lever up until you can press the release button. Hold the release button in as you move the brake lever all the way down.
Shifting Into Park (P) (Automatic Transaxle) Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running (Automatic Transaxle) {CAUTION: {CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle will not move, even when you are on fairly level ground, use the steps that follow.
Torque Lock (Automatic Transaxle) If you are parking on a hill and you do not shift your transaxle into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transaxle. 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. To find out how, see Shifting Into Park (P) (Automatic Transaxle) on page 117.
4. Insert the key into the shift-lock release slot and press and hold the key. 5. Shift to NEUTRAL (N). 6. Remove the key from the shift-lock release slot, insert the key into the ignition and start the engine. 7. Replace the shift-lock release slot cover. Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transaxle) Before leaving your vehicle, do the following: 1. Hold the brake pedal down and firmly apply the parking brake. 2.
Parking Over Things That Burn {CAUTION: Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Do not park over papers, leaves, dry grass, or other things that can burn.
Engine Exhaust CAUTION: (Continued) • Repairs were not done correctly. • Your vehicle or the exhaust system {CAUTION: Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you cannot see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaust coming in if: • The exhaust system sounds strange or different. • Your vehicle gets rusty underneath. • Your vehicle was damaged in a collision.
Running the Engine While Parked It is better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. {CAUTION: Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle. See the earlier caution under Engine Exhaust on page 121. Also, idling in a closed-in place can let deadly carbon monoxide (CO) into your vehicle even if the climate control fan is at the highest setting. One place this can happen is a garage.
Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror When you are sitting in a comfortable driving position, adjust the mirror so you can see clearly behind your vehicle. Grip the mirror in the center to move it up or down and side to side. The day/night adjustment allows you to adjust the mirror to avoid glare from any headlamps behind you. Push or pull the tab for daytime/night use.
Outside Power Mirrors Move the outside power mirror control to L while adjusting the left mirror and to R while adjusting the right mirror. Place the control in the center position when not adjusting either mirror. To adjust a mirror, press the the four-way control pad to move the mirror in the desired direction. The ignition must be turned to ON to adjust the mirrors. The outside rearview mirrors can be folded flat against the side of the vehicle by pushing them toward the vehicle.
Outside Convex Mirror {CAUTION: A convex mirror can make things (like other vehicles) look farther away than they really are. If you cut too sharply into the right lane, you could hit a vehicle on your right. Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes. Outside Heated Mirrors If your vehicle has this feature, when you operate the rear window defogger, the heated driver’s and passenger’s outside power mirrors are warmed to help clear them of ice and snow.
Storage Areas Glove Box Open the glove box by pulling up on the bottom of the handle. Cupholder(s) The cupholders are located in the center console and in the rear seat center armrest. To use the front cupholders, move the inner support forward or backward. If your vehicle has rear cupholders, push down on the rear seat center armrest to use them. Your vehicle has shopping hooks on each front seatback for your convenience.
Sunglasses Storage Compartment Front Storage Area The sunglasses storage compartment is located above the driver’s door. To open it, pull down and hold the upper part of the cover. To close the compartment, let go of the cover and the compartment will automatically close. Your vehicle may have a sliding storage tray located under the front passenger seat. To use the tray, pull up on the end of the tray and pull it toward the instrument panel.
Front Armrest Storage Area Your vehicle has a front armrest storage area. To open the storage area, pull up on the lift lever and raise the lid. To close the storage area, lower the lid and push it down until it latches securely. Roof Rack (Wagon Only) {CAUTION: If you try to carry something on top of your vehicle that is longer or wider than the roof rack — like paneling, plywood, a mattress and so forth — the wind can catch it as you drive along.
Notice: Loading cargo on the roof rack that weighs more than 220 lbs (100 kg) or hangs over the rear or sides of the vehicle may damage your vehicle. Load cargo so that it rests on the slats as far forward as possible and against the side rails, making sure to fasten it securely. Do not exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading your vehicle. For more information on vehicle capacity and loading, see Loading Your Vehicle on page 236.
Cargo Shade (Wagon Only) Your vehicle has a cargo shade. Pull the handle of the shade toward the rear of the vehicle and insert the retainer into the slot located on both sides of the tailgate openings. To remove the shade, release the handle after pulling it toward you a little. The shade will retract automatically. Do not place items on top of the cargo shade. 130 Hideaway Rear Storage Bins (Wagon Only) There are various bins under the luggage compartment floor.
Sunroof If the vehicle has this feature, the switch is located between the map lamp buttons. The sunroof will only operate when the ignition is turned to ON. The sunroof can be opened to a vent position or it can be express-opened all of the way. The sunroof must be manually opened or closed. To open the sunroof to the vent position, push the front part of the switch. To return the sunroof to its original position, push the rear part of the switch and hold it until the sunroof reaches the desired position.
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Section 3 Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview ........................ 136 Hazard Warning Flashers .......................... 140 Other Warning Devices ............................. 140 Horn .......................................................... 140 Tilt Wheel .................................................. 141 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever .................. 141 Turn and Lane-Change Signals ................. 142 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer .......... 142 Flash-to-Pass .................
Section 3 Instrument Panel Hold Mode Light ........................................ 170 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage ............ 171 Tire Pressure Light .................................... 171 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ........................ 172 Oil Pressure Light ..................................... 175 Fog Lamp Light ......................................... 176 Cruise Control Light .................................. 176 Highbeam On Light ...................................
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The main components of your instrument panel are the following: A. Air Outlets. See Outlet Adjustment on page 159. B. Instrument Panel Cluster. See Instrument Panel Cluster on page 161. C. Hazard Warning Flashers Button. See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 140. D. Digital Clock. See Clock on page 154. E. Audio System. See Audio System(s) on page 178. F. Instrument Panel Brightness Control. See Instrument Panel Brightness on page 150. G. Hood Release. See Hood Release on page 257. H. Exterior Lamps Control.
The main components of your instrument panel are the following: A. Air Outlets. See Outlet Adjustment on page 159. B. Instrument Panel Cluster. See Instrument Panel Cluster on page 161. C. Hazard Warning Flashers Button. See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 140. D. Digital Clock. See Clock on page 154. E. Audio System. See Audio System(s) on page 178. F. Instrument Panel Brightness Control. See Instrument Panel Brightness on page 150. G. Hood Release. See Hood Release on page 257. H. Exterior Lamps Control.
Hazard Warning Flashers Other Warning Devices The hazard warning flashers let you warn the police and others that you have a problem. The front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off. If you carry reflective triangles, you can set them up at the side of the road about 300 feet (100 m) behind your vehicle. The hazard warning flasher button is located in the center of the instrument panel.
Tilt Wheel Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever Your vehicle has a tilt wheel which lets you adjust the steering wheel before you drive. Uplevel shown, Base similar The lever that lets you tilt the steering wheel is located under the steering column. To tilt the steering wheel, hold the wheel and push the lever away from you. Then, move the wheel to a comfortable position and pull the lever toward you to lock the wheel in place.
Turn and Lane-Change Signals The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two downward (for left) positions. These positions let you signal a turn or a lane change. To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down. An arrow on the instrument panel cluster will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change. When the turn is finished, the lever will return automatically. To signal a lane change, raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash.
Flash-to-Pass HI (High Speed): Move the lever to this position for wiping at high speed. This feature lets you use your high-beam headlamps to signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass. LO (Low Speed): Move the lever to this position for steady wiping at low speed. To use it, pull the turn signal/multifunction lever toward you until the high-beam headlamps come on, then release the lever to turn them off.
Misting Function Move the lever toward, but not completely in, the INT position for a single wiping cycle. Hold it there until the windshield wipers start; then let go. The windshield wipers stop after one wipe. If additional wiping cycles are needed, hold the lever toward INT longer. Remember that damaged wiper blades can prevent you from seeing well enough to drive safely. To avoid damage, be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them.
Rear Window Wiper/Washer (Hatchback and Wagon only) {CAUTION: In freezing weather, do not use your washer until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield, blocking your vision. Your vehicle has a rear window washer/wiper. Operate the rear window washer/ wiper system by pushing the windshield wiper/washer lever away from you. The wiper operates continuously when the lever is in the first position. In some vehicle models, the wiper operates intermittently.
Setting Cruise Control 3. Press the SET button and release it. An indicator light on the instrument panel cluster will come on to show that the cruise control is on. See Cruise Control Light on page 176. {CAUTION: If you leave your cruise control on when you are not using cruise, you might hit a button and go into cruise when you do not want to. You could be startled and even lose control. Keep the cruise control switch off until you want to use cruise control.
Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed. • Use the accelerator pedal to get to a higher speed. Press the SET button, then release the button and the accelerator pedal. You will now cruise at the higher speed. • Press the RESUME button. Hold it there until your desired speed is reached, and then release the button. To increase your speed in very small amounts, briefly press the RESUME button and then release it.
Using Cruise Control on Hills Exterior Lamps How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed, load and the steepness of the hills. When going up steep hills, you may have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed. When going downhill, you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down. Applying the brake pedal will turn off the cruise control. Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and do not use cruise control on steep hills.
; (Parking Lamps): Turn the band to this position to turn on the parking lamps, together instrument panel lights, taillamps, and license plate lamp. OFF: Turn the band to this position to turn all lamps off except the Daytime Running Lamps (DRL). Headlamps on Reminder If you open the driver’s door with the ignition turned to LOCK or ACC while leaving the lamps on, you will hear a warning chime.
Fog Lamps If your vehicle has fog lamps, use them for better visibility in foggy or misty conditions. The band for the front fog lamps is located in the middle of the turn signal/multifunction lever. While using the fog lamps, the ignition must be on as well as the parking lamps or low-beam headlamps. Instrument Panel Brightness The thumbwheel for this feature is located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. Turn the band to ON to turn the fog lamps on.
Dome Lamp Map Lamps The switch on this lamp has three positions. ON: The light comes on and stays on regardless of whether a door is opened or closed. O (Door): The light comes on while a door is opened. After all of the doors are closed, the light stays on for about seven seconds, and then fades out. The light will also turn off when the ignition is turned to ON. Uplevel shown, Base similar Your vehicle may have map lamps. To turn a lamp on, press the button next to it.
Inadvertent Power Battery Saver This feature is designed to protect your vehicle’s battery against drainage from the taillamps, license plate lamps, instrument panel lights, and parking lamps. When the ignition is turned off, the power to these features will automatically turn off after 5 seconds once the driver’s door is closed. Accessory Power Outlet(s) Accessory power outlets can be used to connect auxiliary electrical equipment such as a cellular telephone or CB radio.
When adding electrical equipment, be sure to follow the proper installation instructions included with the equipment. Notice: Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty. Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug because the power outlets are designed for accessory power plugs only. Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter The front ashtray is located at the lower part of the center of the instrument panel.
Clock Your vehicle has a digital clock. If you have the wagon, the clock is located in the center of the instrument panel below the air outlets. If you have a hatchback, the clock is located in the center of the instrument panel above the air outlets. When the ignition is turned to ACC or ON, the time is displayed in the digital clock. There are three adjusting buttons for the digital clock: H (Hour): To go forward one hour, press the H button once.
Climate Controls To change the current mode, select one of the following from the middle knob: Climate Control System E (Vent): This mode directs air to the instrument panel outlets. With this system you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation for your vehicle. ( (Bi-Level): This mode directs about half of the air to the instrument panel outlets, and then directs the remaining air to the floor outlets. 5 (Floor): This mode directs most of the air to the floor outlets.
A/C (Air Conditioning): If your vehicle has air conditioning, follow these steps to use the system. Start the engine and set the fan control knob to the desired fan speed. The air conditioning compressor does not operate when the fan control knob is in the OFF position. Press the A/C button to turn the air conditioning system on and off. When A/C is pressed, an indicator light in the button will come on to let you know that air conditioning is activated.
Defogging and Defrosting Fog on the inside of windows is a result of high humidity or moisture condensing on the cool window glass. This can be minimized if the climate control system is used properly. There are two modes to clear fog or frost from your windshield. Use the defog mode to clear the windows of fog or moisture and warm the passengers. Use the defrost mode to remove fog or frost from the windshield more quickly. Select one of these available modes from the right knob.
Front Heated Windshield Your vehicle may have a heated front windshield which can be used with defog and defrost. This feature will only work when the ignition is turned to ON. The front heated windshield uses a heated element to remove fog or frost from the bottom of the windshield. < (Rear): Press this button to heat the front windshield. The button is located below the audio system. An indicator light in the button will come on to let you know that the feature is activated.
The rear window defogger will turn off about 10 minutes after the button is pressed. The defogger can also be turned off by pressing the button again or by turning off the engine. See “Front Heated Windshield” earlier in this section for more information on this button. Notice: Do not use anything sharp on the inside of the rear window. If you do, you could cut or damage the warming grid, and the repairs would not be covered by your warranty.
To change the passenger compartment air filter, use the following steps: 3. Remove the old passenger compartment air filter. Wagon shown, Hatchback similar 1. Remove the four screws from the filter cover located below the glove box. 2. Remove the filter cover. 160 4. Then reverse the steps to install the new air filter. Make sure that the new filter is inserted to the correct air flow.
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you locate them. 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.
Your vehicle’s instrument panel cluster includes indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on the following pages.
Speedometer and Odometer The speedometer lets you see your vehicle’s speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). The odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven in kilometers. Tachometer The tachometer displays your engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). Trip Odometer The trip odometer can record the number of kilometers traveled for up to two trips.
Safety Belt Reminder Light The safety belt light will come on and stay on until the driver’s safety belt is buckled. If the driver’s belt is already buckled, the light will not come on. Safety Belt Reminder Tone If your vehicle has this feature, a tone will sound for several seconds when the ignition is turned to ON to remind people to fasten their safety belts. The tone will not sound if the driver’s safety belt is already buckled.
If the airbag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving, your airbag system may not work properly. Have your vehicle serviced right away. {CAUTION: If the airbag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle, it means the airbag system may not be working properly. The airbags in your vehicle may not inflate in a crash, or they could even inflate without a crash.
If the off symbol is not lit on the passenger airbag status indicator, it means that the right front passenger’s frontal airbag and seat-mounted side impact airbag (if equipped) are enabled (may inflate). {CAUTION: If the off symbol in the passenger airbag status indicator does not come on when you have a rear-facing child restraint installed in the right front passenger’s seat, it means that the passenger sensing system has not turned off the passenger’s frontal airbag and side airbag (if equipped).
Charging System Light {CAUTION: If the airbag readiness light in the instrument panel cluster ever comes on and stays on, it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system. If this ever happens, have the vehicle serviced promptly, because an adult-size person sitting in the right front passenger’s seat may not have the protection of the frontal airbag and side airbag (if equipped). See Airbag Readiness Light on page 164 for more on this, including important safety information.
Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. If one part is not working, the other part can still work and stop you. For good braking, though, you need both parts working well. If the warning light comes on, there is a brake problem. Have your brake system inspected right away. This light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition to ON. If it does not come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem.
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light If your vehicle has an Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS), this light will come on when the ignition is turned to ON and may stay on for several seconds. That is normal. If the light stays on, turn the ignition to LOCK. If the light comes on, stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition off. Then start the engine again to reset the system. If the light still stays on, or comes on again while you are driving, your vehicle needs service. See your dealer.
Speed Sensitive Power Steering (SSPS) Warning Light If your vehicle has Speed Sensitive Power Steering, this warning light will come on briefly when you turn the ignition to ON as a check to show you it is working. Then it should go out after a few seconds. If the warning light does not come on, have it fixed so it will be able to warn you if there is a problem. If the warning light stays on, or comes on while you are driving, the system may not be working. If this happens, see your dealer for service.
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage Your vehicle has an engine coolant temperature gage. With the ignition turned to ON, this gage shows the engine coolant temperature. If the gage pointer moves into the red area, your engine is too hot. It 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. See Engine Overheating on page 271.
Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light Your vehicle has a computer which monitors operation of the fuel, ignition, and emission control systems. This system is called OBD II (On-Board Diagnostics-Second Generation) and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle, helping to produce a cleaner environment. The Check Engine light comes on to indicate that there is a problem and service is required.
This light will also come on during a malfunction in one of two ways: • Light Flashing — A misfire condition has been detected. A misfire increases vehicle emissions and may damage the emission control system on your vehicle. Diagnosis and service may be required. • Light On Steady — An emission control system malfunction has been detected on your vehicle. Diagnosis and service may be required. If the light continues to flash, when it is safe to do so, stop the vehicle.
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 251. Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed.
• If you are idling at a stop sign, the light may Oil Pressure Light If your vehicle has low engine oil pressure, this light will stay on after you start your engine, or come on when you are driving. This indicates that your engine is not receiving enough oil. The engine could be low on oil, or could have some other oil problem. Have it fixed immediately by your dealer.
Fog Lamp Light Highbeam On Light The fog lamp light will come on when the fog lamps are in use. The light will go out when the fog lamps are turned off. See Fog Lamps on page 150 for more information. Cruise Control Light This light comes on whenever you set the cruise control. The light goes out when the cruise control is turned off. See Cruise Control on page 145 for more information. 176 This light comes on whenever the high-beam headlamps are on.
Door Ajar Light Fuel Gage This light will stay on until all doors are closed and completely latched. If the key is in the ignition while the driver’s door is open, you will also hear a warning chime. Trunk Ajar Light (Hatchback Only) Your fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have left when the ignition is turned to ON. When the tank nears empty, the low fuel warning light will come on. You still have a little fuel left, but you should get more soon.
Here are four things that some owners ask about. None of these show a problem with your fuel gage: • At the service station, the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads full. • It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gage indicated. For example, the gage may have indicated the tank was half full, but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank’s capacity to fill the tank. • The indicator moves a little when you turn a corner or speed up.
• Set up your audio system by presetting your {CAUTION: This system provides you with a far greater access to audio stations and song listings. Giving extended attention to entertainment tasks while driving can cause a crash and you or others can be injured or killed. Always keep your eyes on the road and your mind on the drive — avoid engaging in extended searching while driving. Keeping your mind on the drive is important for safe driving.
Radio with CD (MP3/WMA) Finding a Station AM: Press this button to switch to an AM station. The display shows the selection. FM: Press this button to switch to an FM station. The display shows the selection. ( ) TUNE: Press this button to select radio stations. Press the up arrows to increase or the down arrows to decrease the radio frequencies. ¦ ¥ SEEK: Press this button to seek radio stations. Playing the Radio O(Power/Volume): Press and release this knob to turn the system on or off.
AST (Automatic Store) 3. Tune in the desired station. Six FM1 preset stations with the strongest reception in the region can be automatically stored. Press the AST button for more than two seconds. The display shows AUTO SCANNING and then SCANNING flashes on the display. Once the stations are stored, the radio switches to FM1 and the first preset station begins to play. FM-A displays while listening to the automatic stored stations. Press the AM or FM button to cancel automatic store. 4.
Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) SOUND (Bass/Treble): Press this button until BAS (bass) displays. Turn the volume knob to increase or to decrease the bass. The display shows the bass level. After making the selection, press this button to set the bass level selection. Press this button until TRE (treble) displays. Turn the volume knob to increase or to decrease the treble. The display shows the treble level. After making the selection, press this button to set the treble level selection.
Playing a CD Insert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. The player pulls it in and the CD should begin playing. Insert a CD with the ignition off. When a CD is inserted, CDP displays. As the CD is loading, Filecheck displays. As each new track starts to play, Track and the track number displays. If the ignition or radio is turned off with a CD in the player, it stays in the player. When a CD is in the player and the ignition is turned on, the radio must be turned on before the CD starts playback.
2 RPT (Repeat): Press this button to repeat the current track. RPT displays. Press this button again to turn off repeat play. FM: Press this button to listen to the radio while a CD is playing. The inactive CD remains inside the radio for future listening. 3 RDM (Random): Press this button to hear the tracks in random, rather than sequential, order. RDM displays. Press this button again to turn off random play. CD/AUX: Press this button to play a CD while listening to the radio.
CD Messages CHECK CD: If this message displays and/or the CD comes out, it could be for one of the following reasons: • It is very hot. When the temperature returns to normal, the CD should play. • You are driving on a very rough road. When the road becomes smoother, the CD should play. • The CD is dirty, scratched, wet, or upside down. • The air is very humid. If so, wait about an hour and try again. • The format of the CD might not be compatible.
Drivers are encouraged to set up any auxiliary device while the vehicle is in PARK (P). See Defensive Driving on page 206 for more information on driver distraction. Radio with Six-Disc CD (MP3/WMA) To use a portable audio player, connect a 3.5 mm (1/8 inch) cable to the radio’s front auxiliary input jack. While a device is connected, turn the portable audio player on and press the radio CD/AUX button to hear audio from the device over the vehicle speakers.
Finding a Station AM: Press this button to switch to an AM station. The display shows the selection. SCAN/AST: Press this button to scan radio stations. The radio goes to a station, plays for a few seconds, then goes to the next station. Press this button again to stop scanning. FM: Press this button to switch to an FM station. The display shows the selection. The radio only scans stations with a strong signal that are in the selected band.
Setting Preset Stations Up to 36 stations (six FM1, six FM2, six FM-A, six AM1, six AM2, and six AM-A), can be programmed on the six numbered buttons, by performing the following steps: 1. Turn the radio on. 2. Press the AM or FM button to select FM1, FM2, FM-A, AM1, AM2, or AM-A. 3. Tune in the desired station. 4. Press and hold one of the six numbered pushbuttons for more than two seconds. The channel number (CH#1 through CH#6) flashes on the display when the station has been set.
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) Setting the EQ (Equalization) SOUND (Balance/Fade): To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers, press this button until BAL (balance) displays. Turn the power/volume knob to increase or to decrease the balance. The display shows the balance level. After making the selection, press this button to select the balance level.
Playing a CD(s) LOAD: Press this button to load CDs into the CD player. This CD player holds up to six CDs. 1. Press and release the load button. A message to select a slot number from 1 through 6 displays. If the ignition or radio is turned off with a CD in the player, it stays in the player. While a CD is in the player and the ignition is turned on, the radio must be turned on before the current CD starts playback.
Do not add any label to a CD, it could get caught in the CD player. If a CD is recorded on a personal computer and a description label is needed, try labeling the top of the recorded CD with a marking pen. Notice: If a label is added to a CD, or more than one CD is inserted into the slot at a time, or an attempt is made to play scratched or damaged CDs, the CD player could be damaged.
Press this button while a CD is playing to pause the CD. PAUSE flashes on the display. Press this button again to start playing the CD. EJECT: Press this button to eject the CD. Press and hold this button to eject all CDs. This is the only way a CD can be ejected from the player. The CD can eject when the ignition or the radio is turned off. Playing an MP3/WMA CD-R Disc If your vehicle has a radio with a six-disc CD player, it is capable of playing an MP3/WMA CD-R disc.
Using the Auxiliary Input Jack AUX IN (Auxiliary Input): The radio system has an auxiliary input jack located on the lower right side of the faceplate. This is not an audio output. Do not plug the headphone set into the front auxiliary input jack. An external audio device such as an iPod, laptop computer, MP3 player, CD changer, or XM™ receiver, etc. can be connected to the auxiliary input jack for use as another source for audio listening. The auxiliary input jack also accepts cell phone connectors.
Using an MP3 (Radio with CD Player) MP3/WMA CD-R Disc MP3 Format If you burn your own MP3/WMA disc on a personal computer: • Make sure the MP3/WMA files are recorded on a CD-R disc. • Do not mix standard audio and MP3/WMA files on one disc. • Make sure each MP3/WMA file has a .m3u or .wma extension, other file extensions might not work. • Files can be recorded with a variety of fixed or variable bit rates.
Empty Directory or Folder Order of Play If a root directory or a folder exists somewhere in the file structure that contains only folders/subfolders and no compressed files directly beneath them, the player advances to the next folder in the file structure that contains compressed audio files. The empty folder does not display. Tracks are played in the following order: • Playback begins from the first track under the root directory.
Playing an MP3/WMA While the ignition is on, insert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. The player pulls it in, Loading, then Filecheck, and then MP3 or WMA displays. The CD should begin playing. A CD plays only while the ignition is on or ACC (accessory). As each new track starts to play, the track number, and the song name displays. If the ignition or radio is turned off with a CD in the player, it stays in the player.
All of the CD functions work the same while playing an MP3/WMA, except for those listed here. See “Playing a CD” earlier for more information. SCROLL (MP3/WMA Mode Only): Press the SOUND button for longer than two seconds. The song title or other available information of a song scrolls on/off. The offset is scroll on. The scroll mode can be changed only when the SOUND button is pressed for longer than two seconds. DIR (Directory): Press this button to repeat the tracks in the current directory.
Using an MP3 (Radio with Six-Disc Player) MP3/WMA CD-R Disc MP3 Format If you burn your own MP3/WMA disc on a personal computer: • Make sure the MP3/WMA files are recorded on a CD-R disc. • Do not mix standard audio and MP3/WMA files on one disc. • Make sure each MP3/WMA file has a .m3u or .wma extension, other file extensions might not work. • Files can be recorded with a variety of fixed or variable bit rates.
Root Directory Order of Play The root directory is treated as a folder. If the root directory has compressed audio files, the directory is displayed as ROOT. All files contained directly under the root directory are accessed prior to any other directory. Tracks is played in the following order: • Playback begins from the first track under the root directory. • When all tracks from the root directory have played, playback continues from files, according to their numerical listing.
Playing an MP3/WMA While the ignition is on, insert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. The player pulls it in, Loading, then Filecheck, and then MP3 or WMA displays. The CD should begin playing. A CD plays only while the ignition is on or ACC (accessory). As each new track starts to play, the track number, and the song name displays. If the ignition or radio is turned off with a CD in the player, it stays in the player.
All of the CD functions work the same while playing an MP3/WMA, except for those listed here. See “Playing a CD” earlier for more information. SCROLL (MP3/WMA Mode Only): Press the SOUND button for longer than two seconds. The song title and other available information of the song scrolls on/off. The offset is scroll on. The scroll mode can be changed only when the SOUND button is pressed for longer than two seconds. 1 DIR (Directory): Press this button to repeat the tracks in the current directory.
Audio Steering Wheel Controls SEEK: Press and release this button within 0.5 seconds to go to the next preset station. Press and hold this button for longer than 0.5 seconds to go to the next radio station. The radio seeks stations only with a strong signal that are in the selected band. When playing a CD, press and release this button within 0.5 seconds to go to the next track. Press and hold this button for longer than 0.5 seconds to fast forward through the tracks.
Radio Reception FM Stereo Frequency interference and static during normal radio reception can occur if items such as cellphone chargers, vehicle convenience accessories, and external electronic devices are plugged into the accessory power outlet. If there is interference or static, unplug the item from the accessory power outlet. FM stereo gives the best sound, but FM signals reach only about 10 to 40 miles (16 to 65 km).
Care of the CD Player Do not use CD lens cleaners for CD players because the lens of the CD optics can become contaminated by lubricants. Integrated Windshield Antenna The antenna is located in the windshield. It is a very thin metal layer that outlines near the edges of the windshield. The connector is at the top of the windshield, where the headliner ends. For proper radio reception, the antenna connector at the top of the windshield needs to be properly attached to the post on the glass.
Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ............................................ 206 Defensive Driving ...................................... 206 Drunken Driving ........................................ 207 Control of a Vehicle .................................. 210 Braking ...................................................... 210 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 211 Braking in Emergencies ............................. 213 Steering ......................
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety device in your vehicle: Buckle up. See Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone on page 18. 206 {CAUTION: Defensive driving really means “Be ready for anything.” On city streets, rural roads, or expressways, it means “Always expect the unexpected.” Assume that pedestrians or other drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes.
Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy. It is the number one contributor to the highway death toll, claiming thousands of victims every year. Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle: • Judgment • Muscular Coordination • Vision • Attentiveness Police records show that almost half of all motor vehicle-related deaths involve alcohol. In most cases, these deaths are the result of someone who was drinking and driving.
According to the American Medical Association, a 180 lb (82 kg) person who drinks three 12 ounce (355 ml) bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a BAC of about 0.06 percent. The person would reach the same BAC by drinking three 4 ounce (120 ml) glasses of wine or three mixed drinks if each had 1-1/2 ounces (45 ml) of liquors like whiskey, gin, or vodka. It is the amount of alcohol that counts.
But the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of 0.10 percent. Research shows that the driving skills of many people are impaired at a BAC approaching 0.05 percent, and that the effects are worse at night. All drivers are impaired at BAC levels above 0.05 percent. Statistics show that the chance of being in a collision increases sharply for drivers who have a BAC of 0.05 percent or above. A driver with a BAC level of 0.06 percent has doubled his or her chance of having a collision.
Control of a Vehicle Braking You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering, and the accelerator. All three systems have to do their work at the places where the tires meet the road. Braking action involves perception time and reaction time. Sometimes, as when you are driving on snow or ice, it is easy to ask more of those control systems than the tires and road can provide. That means you can lose control of your vehicle.
Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts — heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking — rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is a mistake. The brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops. The brakes will wear out much faster if you do a lot of heavy braking. If you keep pace with the traffic and allow realistic following distances, you will eliminate a lot of unnecessary braking. That means better braking and longer brake life.
ABS can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions. This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard. Let us say the road is wet and you are driving safely. Suddenly, an animal jumps out in front of you. You slam on the brakes and continue braking. Here is what happens with ABS: A computer senses that wheels are slowing down.
Remember: ABS does not change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you, you will not have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops. Always leave enough room up ahead to stop, even though you have ABS. Using ABS Do not pump the brakes. Just hold the brake pedal down firmly and let anti-lock work for you.
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. Speed Sensitive Power Steering (SSPS) If your vehicle has this optional steering system, the steering system 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 It is important to take curves at a reasonable speed.
What should you do if this ever happens? Ease up on the brake or accelerator pedal, steer the vehicle the way you want it to go, and slow down. Steering in Emergencies If you need to reduce your speed as you approach a curve, do it before you enter the curve, while your front wheels are straight ahead. There are times when steering can be more effective than braking.
Off-Road Recovery You may find that your vehicle’s right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you are driving. An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision. If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o’clock positions, you can turn it a full 180 degrees very quickly without removing either hand. But you have to act fast, steer quickly, and just as quickly straighten the wheel once you have avoided the object.
Passing The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a two-lane highway waits for just the right moment, accelerates, moves around the vehicle ahead, then goes back into the right lane again. A simple maneuver? Not necessarily! Passing another vehicle on a two-lane highway is a potentially dangerous move, since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds.
• When it looks like a chance to pass is coming • Check your vehicle’s mirrors, glance over your up, start to accelerate but stay in the right lane and do not get too close. Time your move so you will be increasing speed as the time comes to move into the other lane. If the way is clear to pass, you will have a running start that more than makes up for the distance you would lose by dropping back.
Loss of Control Let us review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems — brakes, steering, and acceleration — do not have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked. In any emergency, do not 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.
While driving on a surface with reduced traction, try your best to avoid sudden steering, acceleration, or braking, including reducing vehicle speed by shifting to a lower gear. Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide. You may not realize the surface is slippery until your vehicle is skidding. Learn to recognize warning clues — such as enough water, ice, or packed snow on the road to make a mirrored surface — and slow down when you have any doubt.
No one can see as well at night as in the daytime. But as we get older these differences increase. A 50-year-old driver may require at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20-year-old. What you do in the daytime can also affect your night vision. For example, if you spend the day in bright sunshine you are wise to wear sunglasses. Your eyes will have less trouble adjusting to night. But if you are driving, do not wear sunglasses at night.
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads And, if your tires do not have much tread left, you will get even less traction. It is always wise to go slower and be cautious if rain starts to fall while you are driving. The surface may get wet suddenly when your reflexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement. The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see.
Hydroplaning {CAUTION: Wet brakes can cause accidents. They may not work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side. You could lose control of the vehicle. After driving through a large puddle of water or a car wash, apply the brake pedal lightly until the brakes work normally. Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems, too. The water may affect your brakes. Try to avoid puddles.
Driving Through Deep Standing Water Notice: If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water, water can come in through the engine’s air intake and badly damage the engine. Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle. If you cannot avoid deep puddles or standing water, drive through them very slowly. Driving Through Flowing Water (Continued) 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: • 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 will save time and energy. See Freeway Driving on page 226. • 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.
Before changing lanes, check your mirrors. Then use your turn signal. Just before you leave the lane, glance quickly over your shoulder to make sure there is not another vehicle in your blind spot. 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.
Here are some things you can check before a trip: • Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the reservoir full? Are all windows clean inside and outside? • Wiper Blades: Are they in good shape? • Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you checked all levels? • Lamps: Are they all working? Are the lenses clean? • Tires: They are vitally important to a safe, trouble-free trip.
Hill and Mountain Roads If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you are 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 transaxle. These parts can work hard on mountain roads. {CAUTION: If you do not shift down, the brakes could get so hot that they would not work well. You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill.
• Know how to go uphill. Drive in the highest gear {CAUTION: Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with the ignition off is dangerous. The brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down. They could get so hot that they would not work well. You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill. You could crash. Always have the engine running and your vehicle in gear when you go downhill. • Know how to go down hills.
Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: • Have your vehicle in good shape for winter. • You may want to put winter emergency supplies in your trunk. Also see Tires on page 303. 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.
Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time, those places where the tires meet the road probably have good traction. However, if there is snow or ice between the tires and the road, you can have a very slippery situation. You will have a lot less traction, or grip, and will need to be very careful. What is 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.
Remember, unless you have ABS, if you brake so hard that your wheels stop rolling, you will just slide. Brake so your wheels always keep rolling and you can still steer. • Whatever your braking system, allow greater following distance on any slippery road. • Watch for slippery spots. The road might be fine until you hit a spot that is covered with ice.
{CAUTION: Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle. This can cause deadly CO (carbon monoxide) gas to get inside. CO could overcome you and kill you. You cannot see it or smell it, so you might not know it is in your vehicle. Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle, especially any that is blocking the exhaust pipe. And check around again from time to time to be sure snow does not collect there. You can run the engine to keep warm, but be careful.
You will need a well-charged battery to restart the vehicle, and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps. Let the heater run for a while. Then, shut the engine off and close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat. Start the engine again and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold. But do it as little as possible. Preserve the fuel as long as you can.
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out Loading Your Vehicle First, turn the steering wheel left and right. That will clear the area around the front wheels. Then shift back and forth between REVERSE (R) and a forward gear, or with a manual transaxle, between FIRST (1) or SECOND (2) and REVERSE (R), spinning the wheels as little as possible. Release the accelerator pedal while you shift, and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transaxle is in gear.
Tire and Loading Information Label A vehicle specific tire and loading information label shows the seating capacity and the maximum load your vehicle can properly carry. This label also contains your vehicle’s original equipment tire size and the recommended tire inflation pressure. For more information on tires and inflation see Tires on page 303 and Inflation - Tire Pressure on page 311. The tire and loading information label is attached inside the glove box of the five door hatchback model.
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 1. Locate the “Maximum Load” amount printed on the Tire and Loading Information label. 2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle. 3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from the maximum load amount, shown in pounds and kilograms. 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity.
Example 2 Item A B C Description Total Vehicle Maximum Load 1,000 lbs (453 kg) for Example 2 = Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs 750 lbs (340 kg) (68 kg) × 5 = Available Cargo Weight = 250 lbs (113 kg) Example 3 Item A B C Description Total Vehicle Maximum Load 1,000 lbs (453 kg) for Example 3 = Subtract Occupant Weight 200 lbs 1,000 lbs (453 kg) (91 kg) × 5 = Available Cargo Weight = 0 lbs (0 kg) Refer to your vehicle’s tire and loading information label for specific information about your vehicle’s max
Certification Label {CAUTION: Label Example A vehicle specific certification label is attached to the center pillar, near the driver’s door latch. This label tells you the gross weight capacity of your vehicle, called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel, and cargo. Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle, or the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for either the front or rear axle. And, if you do have a heavy load, you should spread it out.
Towing {CAUTION: Towing Your Vehicle Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn, or in a crash. • Put things in the trunk of your vehicle. In a trunk, put them as far forward as you can. Try to spread the weight evenly. • Never stack heavier things, like suitcases, inside the vehicle so that some of them are above the tops of the seats. • Do not leave an unsecured child restraint in your vehicle.
Recreational Vehicle Towing • Do you have the proper towing equipment? Recreational vehicle towing means towing your vehicle behind another vehicle, such as behind a motorhome. The two most common types of recreational vehicle towing are known as “dinghy towing” (towing your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground) and “dolly towing” (towing your vehicle with two wheels on the ground and two wheels up on a device known as a “dolly”).
Dolly Towing Notice: Towing your vehicle from the rear with the front wheels on the ground could cause transaxle damage. Do not tow the vehicle from the rear with the front wheels on the road. 3. Put the vehicle in NEUTRAL (N). 4. Set the parking brake and then remove the key. 5. Clamp the steering wheel in a straight-ahead position. 6. Release the parking brake. Towing a Trailer Do not use your vehicle to tow a trailer. The vehicle is not designed or intended for such a use.
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Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Service ........................................................ 248 Accessories and Modifications ................... 249 California Proposition 65 Warning .............. 249 Doing Your Own Service Work .................. 250 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle .......................................... 251 Fuel ............................................................. 251 Gasoline Octane ........................................
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) (Hatchback) ............................................ 296 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) (Wagon) ................................................. 297 Taillamps, Turn Signal, and Stoplamps (Hatchback) ............................................ 298 Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps (Wagon) ........................ 299 Taillamps, Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps (Hatchback) ....................................
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Weatherstrips ............................................ 339 Washing Your Vehicle ............................... 339 Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses ................ 340 Finish Care ............................................... 340 Windshield and Wiper Blades .................... 340 Aluminum Wheels ...................................... 341 Tires ......................................................... 342 Sheet Metal Damage .................................
Service Your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. We hope you will go to your dealer for all your service needs. You will get genuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported service people. 248 We hope you will want to keep your GM vehicle all GM.
Accessories and Modifications California Proposition 65 Warning When you add non-GM accessories to your vehicle they can affect your vehicle’s performance and safety, including such things as, airbags, braking, stability, ride and handling, emissions systems, aerodynamics, durability, and electronic systems like anti-lock brakes, traction control and stability control. Some of these accessories may even cause malfunction or damage not covered by warranty.
Doing Your Own Service Work {CAUTION: You can be injured and your vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it. • Be sure you have sufficient knowledge, experience, the proper replacement parts, and tools before you attempt any vehicle maintenance task. • Be sure to use the proper nuts, bolts, and other fasteners. English and metric fasteners can be easily confused. If you use the wrong fasteners, parts can later break or fall off. You could be hurt.
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle Things you might add to the outside of your vehicle can affect the airflow around it. This may cause wind noise and affect windshield washer performance. Check with your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of your vehicle. Fuel Use of the recommended fuel is an important part of the proper maintenance of your vehicle.
California Fuel Additives If your vehicle is certified to meet California Emissions Standards, it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications. See the underhood emission control label. If this fuel is not available in states adopting California emissions standards, your vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications, but emission control system performance may be affected.
However, E85 (85% ethanol) and other fuels containing more than 10% ethanol must not be used in vehicles that were not designed for those fuels. Notice: Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol. Do not use fuel containing methanol. It can corrode metal parts in the fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts. That damage would not be covered under your warranty.
Filling the Tank {CAUTION: Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause bad injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others, read and follow all the instructions on the pump island. Turn off your engine when you are refueling. Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle. Do not use cellular phones. Keep sparks, flames, and smoking materials away from fuel. Do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling your vehicle. This is against the law in some places.
{CAUTION: {CAUTION: If you spill fuel and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. Fuel can spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly. This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full, and is more likely in hot weather. Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop. Then unscrew the cap all the way. If a fire starts while you are refueling, do not remove the nozzle. Shut off the flow of fuel by shutting off the pump or by notifying the station attendant.
Filling a Portable Fuel Container {CAUTION: Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle. Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor. You can be badly burned and your vehicle damaged if this occurs. To help avoid injury to you and others: • Dispense gasoline only into approved containers. • Do not fill a container while it is inside a vehicle, in a vehicle’s trunk, pickup bed, or on any surface other than the ground.
Hood Release To open the hood, do the following: 1. Pull the hood release handle inside the vehicle. It is located on the lower left side of the instrument panel. 3. Lift the hood, release the hood prop from its retainer and place the hood prop into the slot in the hood. 4. Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly. Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop. Remove the hood prop from the slot in the hood and return the prop to its retainer.
Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the engine, here is what you will see: 258
A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 264. B. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See “When to Add Engine Oil” under Engine Oil on page 260. C. Engine Oil Dipstick. See “Checking Engine Oil” under Engine Oil on page 260. D. Brake Fluid/Hydraulic Clutch Fluid Reservoir. See “Brake Fluid” under Brakes on page 281 and Hydraulic Clutch on page 266. E. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir. See Power Steering Fluid on page 279. F. Engine Coolant Surge Tank. See Cooling System on page 273. G.
Checking Engine Oil Engine Oil If the engine oil pressure light appears on the instrument cluster, check the engine oil level right away. For more information, see Oil Pressure Light on page 175. You should check the engine oil level regularly; this is an added reminder. 260 It is a good idea to check the engine oil every time you get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground. The engine oil dipstick handle is a yellow loop.
When to Add Engine Oil Notice: Do not add too much oil. If the engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the upper hole (A) that shows the proper operating range, the engine could be damaged. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 258 for the location of the engine oil fill cap. If the oil is below the lower hole at the tip of the dipstick (B), you need to add at least one quart/liter of oil. But you must use the right kind. This section explains what kind of oil to use.
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use • SAE 5W-30 As shown in the viscosity chart, SAE 5W-30 is best for your vehicle. These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness. Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W-50. Oils meeting these requirements should also have the starburst symbol on the container. This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute (API).
Notice: Use only engine oil identified as meeting GM Standard GM6094M and showing the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines starburst symbol. Failure to use the recommended oil can result in engine damage not covered by your warranty. GM Goodwrench® oil meets all the requirements for your vehicle. If you are in an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below −20°F (−29°C), it is recommended that you use either an SAE 5W-30 synthetic oil or an SAE 0W-30 oil.
What to Do with Used Oil Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer. Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long. Clean your skin and nails with soap and water, or a good hand cleaner. Wash or properly dispose of clothing or rags containing used engine oil. See the manufacturer’s warnings about the use and disposal of oil products.
To inspect or replace the filter, do the following: {CAUTION: Operating the engine with the air cleaner/filter off can cause you or others to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the air; it helps to stop flames if the engine backfires. If it is not there and the engine backfires, you could be burned. Do not drive with it off, and be careful working on the engine with the air cleaner/filter off. 1. Remove the four screws that hold the cover on. 2. Lift off the cover. 3.
Automatic Transaxle Fluid Manual Transaxle Fluid It is not necessary to check the transaxle fluid level. If a leak occurs, take the vehicle to the dealership service department and have it repaired as soon as possible. You may also have your fluid level checked by your dealer or service center when you have your oil changed. It is not necessary to check the transaxle fluid level. A transaxle fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss.
It is not necessary to regularly check the fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system. Adding fluid will not correct a leak. How to Check and Add Fluid A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired. When to Check and What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often you should check the fluid level in your master cylinder reservoir and for the proper fluid.
Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with DEX-COOL® engine coolant. This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle for five years or 150,000 miles (240 000 km), whichever occurs first, if you add only DEX-COOL® extended life coolant. The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low. If you have a problem with engine overheating, see Engine Overheating on page 271.
{CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid such as alcohol, can boil before the proper coolant mixture will. Your vehicle’s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture. With plain water or the wrong mixture, your engine could get too hot but you would not get the 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.
Checking Coolant {CAUTION: Turning the surge tank pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly. Never turn the surge tank pressure cap — even a little — when the engine and radiator are hot. The engine coolant surge tank is located in the rear of the engine compartment on the driver’s side of the vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 258 for more information on location.
Adding Coolant If you need more coolant, add the proper DEX-COOL® coolant mixture at the coolant surge tank, but only when the engine is cool. If the coolant surge tank is empty, a special fill procedure is necessary. See Engine Overheating on page 271 for instructions on “How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank.” {CAUTION: Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap Notice: If the pressure cap is not tightly installed, coolant loss and possible engine damage may occur.
If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine {CAUTION: Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you just open the hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it. Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down. 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 you no longer have the overheat warning, you can drive. Just to be safe, drive slower for about 10 minutes. If the warning does not come back on, you can drive normally. Cooling System When you decide it is safe to lift the hood, here is what you will see: If the warning continues and you have not stopped, pull over, stop, and park your vehicle right away. If there is still no sign of steam, you can idle the engine for three minutes while you are parked.
{CAUTION: {CAUTION: An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from any underhood electric fan. Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Do not touch them. If you do, you can be burned. If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling, do not do anything else until it cools down. The vehicle should be parked on a level surface.
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank Notice: This vehicle has a specific coolant fill procedure. Failure to follow this procedure could cause your engine to overheat and be severely damaged. If you have not found a problem yet, check to see if coolant is visible in the surge tank.
{CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid such as alcohol, can boil before the proper coolant mixture will. Your vehicle’s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture. With plain water or the wrong mixture, your engine could get too hot but you would not get the overheat warning. Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned. Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and a proper coolant.
1. 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 two or two and one-half turns. If you hear a hiss, wait for that to stop. This will allow any pressure still left to be vented out the discharge hose. 2. Then keep turning the pressure cap slowly, and remove it.
4. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off, start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine cooling fan. By this time, the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower. If the level is lower than the Maximum mark, add more of the proper mixture to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches the mark. 5. Then replace the pressure cap. Be sure the pressure cap is hand-tight and fully seated. See your dealer, if necessary. 3.
Power Steering Fluid When to Check Power Steering Fluid The power steering fluid reservoir is located toward the front of the engine compartment on the driver’s side of the vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 258 for reservoir location. It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise. A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired.
Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read the manufacturer’s instructions before use. If you will be operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing, use a fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing. Adding Washer Fluid Open the cap with the washer symbol on it. Add washer fluid until the tank is full. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 258 for reservoir location.
Brakes Brake Fluid The master cylinder reservoir is filled with DOT-3 brake fluid. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 258 for the location of the reservoir. There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down. The first is that the brake fluid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear. When new linings are put in, the fluid level goes back up. The other reason is that fluid is leaking out of the brake system.
What to Add When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 brake fluid. Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only. See Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 382. Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it. This helps keep dirt from entering the reservoir. {CAUTION: With the wrong kind of fluid in the brake system, the brakes may not work well, 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 can come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving, except when you are pushing on the brake pedal firmly. {CAUTION: Some driving conditions or climates can cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied. This does not mean something is wrong with the brakes.
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 the braking system — for example, when the brake linings wear down and you need new ones put in — be sure you get new approved GM replacement parts. If you do not, the brakes might not 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 use the following steps to do it safely. {CAUTION: Batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerous because: • They contain acid that can burn you. • They contain gas that can explode or ignite. • They contain enough electricity to burn you. If you do not follow these steps exactly, some or all of these things can hurt you.
Notice: If you leave your radio or other accessories on during the jump starting procedure, they could be damaged. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Always turn off your radio and other accessories when jump starting your vehicle. 3. Turn off the ignition on both vehicles. Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter or the accessory power outlet. Turn off the radio and all lamps that are not needed. This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries.
CAUTION: (Continued) But if a battery has filler caps, be sure the right amount 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. Battery fluid contains acid that can burn you. Do not get it on you. If you accidentally get it in your eyes or on your skin, flush the place with water and get medical help immediately. {CAUTION: 5. Check that the jumper cables do not have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock.
6. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the dead battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. 7. Do not let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the positive (+) terminal of the good battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. 8. Now connect the black negative (−) cable to the negative (−) terminal of the good battery. Use a remote negative (−) terminal if the vehicle has one.
Notice: If the jumper cables are connected or removed in the wrong order, electrical shorting may occur and damage the vehicle. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Always connect and remove the jumper cables in the correct order, making sure that the cables do not touch each other or other metal. To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles, do the following: 1. Disconnect the black negative (−) cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery. 2.
Headlamp Aiming Halogen Bulbs Headlamp aim has been preset at the factory and should need no further adjustment. {CAUTION: However, if your vehicle is damaged in an accident, the headlamp aim may be affected. Aim adjustment to the low-beam headlamps may be necessary if it is difficult to see the lane markers (for horizontal aim), or if oncoming drivers flash their high-beam headlamps at you (for vertical aim). Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb.
3. Disconnect the wiring harness connector from the rear of the bulb. Hatchback Models Wagon Models 4. Remove the headlamp cap (A for the low-beam or B for the high-beam headlamp) by turning it counterclockwise. 5. Release the spring that retains the bulb. 6. Remove the old bulb. 7. Install a new bulb. 8. Reverse Steps 1 through 5 to install the headlamp assembly.
Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps To replace a front turn signal or parking lamp bulb, do the following: 1. Open the hood. See Hood Release on page 257 for more information. 2. Remove the two bolts from the top of the headlamp assembly and one nut on the inside that retains the headlamp assembly. Hatchback Models Wagon Models 292 3. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise. 4. Pull the bulb socket out of the lamp housing. 5.
Turn Signal Lamps (Side) Your vehicle may have this side turn signal lamp. It will be located between the front door and the wheel well. To replace this bulb, do the following: 1. Locate the bulb by reaching underneath the vehicle where the side turn signal lamp is located. 2. Remove the side turn signal lamp assembly by pulling it forward. 3. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise. 4. Remove the bulb from the lamp housing by pulling the bulb straight out of the socket. 5.
Sidemarker Lamps (Front) To replace a front sidemarker bulb, do the following: 1. Open the hood. See Hood Release on page 257 for more information. 2. Remove the headlamp assembly. 3. Turn the front sidemarker bulb socket counterclockwise. 4. Pull the front sidemarker bulb socket out of the front bumper. 5. Pull the old bulb straight out of the bulb socket. 6. Push the new bulb straight into the socket. 7. Reverse Steps 1 through 5 to install the assembly.
Sidemarker Lamps (Rear) To replace a rear sidemarker bulb, do the following: 1. Reach inside of the rear bumper and locate the socket. 3. Pull the rear sidemarker bulb socket out of the rear bumper. 4. Pull the old bulb straight out from the bulb socket. 5. Push the new bulb straight into the socket. 6. Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to install the bulb socket. 2. Turn the rear sidemarker bulb socket counterclockwise.
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) (Hatchback) To replace a CHMSL bulb on a hatchback model, do the following: 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate on page 99 for more information. 2. Pry off the trim from the liftgate and remove the two screws. 296 3. Remove the bulb socket from the lamp housing. 4. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out of the bulb socket. 5. Install the new bulb. 6. Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to reinstall the lamp assembly.
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) (Wagon) To replace a CHMSL bulb on a wagon model, do the following: 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate on page 99 for more information. 3. Remove the bulb socket from the lamp housing. 4. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out of the bulb socket. 5. Install the new bulb. 6. Reinstall the liftgate trim cover and secure with the two screws to secure. 2. Remove the two screws and the liftgate trim cover.
Taillamps, Turn Signal, and Stoplamps (Hatchback) To replace one of these bulbs, do the following: 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate on page 99 for more information. 2. Remove the two screws and the taillamp assembly. 3. Remove the bulb socket by turning it counterclockwise from the taillamp assembly. 298 4. Remove the bulb from the socket by pressing the bulb and turning it counterclockwise. 5. Install the appropriate new bulb into the socket. 6. Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to install the lamp assembly.
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps (Wagon) To replace one of these bulbs, do the following: 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate on page 99 for more information. 3. Remove the taillamp assembly from the vehicle. 4. Remove the bulb socket by turning it counterclockwise from the taillamp assembly. 5. Remove the bulb from the socket by pressing the bulb and turning it counterclockwise. 6. Install the appropriate new bulb into the socket. 7.
Taillamps, Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps (Hatchback) To replace one of these bulbs, do the following: 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate on page 99 for more information. 2. Remove the protective cover. 3. Remove the bulb socket by turning it counterclockwise. 300 4. Remove the bulb from the socket by pressing the bulb and turning it counterclockwise. 5. Install the appropriate new bulb into the socket. 6. Reinstall the protective cover.
License Plate Lamp To replace one of these bulbs, do the following: 3. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull the bulb straight out of the socket. 4. Install the new bulb. 5. Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to reinstall the license plate lamp. Replacement Bulbs 1. Remove the two screws holding each of the license plate lamps. 2. Turn and pull the license plate lamp toward you through the opening.
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Here is how to remove and replace the windshield wiper blade: Windshield wiper blades should be inspected for wear or cracking. See “Wiper Blade Check” for more information. Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways. For the proper type, see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 353. 1. Pull the windshield wiper arm away from the windshield. 2. Press the retaining clip (A) and pull the wiper blade off the arm. 3.
Tires CAUTION: Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your GM Warranty booklet for details. For additional information refer to the tire manufacturer’s booklet included with your vehicle. {CAUTION: Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous. • Overloading your vehicle’s tires can cause overheating as a result of too much friction.
Tire Sidewall Labeling Useful information about a tire is molded into its sidewall. The examples below show a typical passenger car tire and a compact spare tire sidewall. (A) Tire Size: The tire size is a combination of letters and numbers used to define a particular tire’s width, height, aspect ratio, construction type and service description. See the “Tire Size” illustration later in this section for more detail.
(D) Tire Ply Material: The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread. (E) Uniform Tire Quality Grading (UTQG): Tire manufacturers are required to grade tires based on three performance factors: treadwear, traction and temperature resistance. For more information see Uniform Tire Quality Grading on page 320. (F) Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit: Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load.
(B) Tire Ply Material: The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread. (C) Tire Identification Number (TIN): The Tire Identification Number (TIN). The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code, tire size, and date the tire was manufactured. The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire, although only one side may have the date of manufacture. (D) Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit: Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load.
(C) Aspect Ratio: A two-digit number that indicates the tire height-to-width measurements. For example, if the tire size aspect ratio is 70, as shown in item C of the illustration, it would mean that the tire’s sidewall is 70% as high as it is wide. Tire Terminology and Definitions (D) Construction Code: A letter code is used to indicate the type of ply construction in the tire.
Bias Ply Tire: A pneumatic tire in which the plies are laid at alternate angles less than 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread. Cold Tire Pressure: The amount of air pressure in a tire, measured in pounds per square inch (psi) or kilopascals (kPa) before a tire has built up heat from driving. See Inflation - Tire Pressure on page 311.
Maximum Load Rating: The load rating for a tire at the maximum permissible inflation pressure for that tire. Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: A tire used on passenger cars and some light duty trucks and multipurpose vehicles. Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight: The sum of curb weight, accessory weight, vehicle capacity weight, and production options weight. Recommended Inflation Pressure: Vehicle manufacturer’s recommended tire inflation pressure as shown on the tire placard.
Traction: The friction between the tire and the road surface. The amount of grip provided. Tread: The portion of a tire that comes into contact with the road. Treadwear Indicators: Narrow bands, sometimes called wear bars, that show across the tread of a tire when only 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) of tread remains. See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 317.
Inflation - Tire Pressure Tires need the correct amount of air pressure to operate effectively. Notice: Do not let anyone tell you that under-inflation or over-inflation is all right. It is not.
How to Check Tire Pressure Monitor System Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire pressure. You cannot tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them. Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they are under-inflated. Check the tire’s inflation pressure when the tires are cold. Cold means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile (1.6 km).
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure.
When a low tire pressure condition is detected, the TPMS illuminates the low tire pressure warning symbol on the instrument panel cluster. The low tire pressure warning symbol comes on at each ignition cycle until the tires are inflated to the correct inflation pressure. The tire pressure warning light may come on in cool weather when the vehicle is first started, and then turn off as you start to drive.
TPMS Sensor Identification Codes Each TPMS sensor has a unique identification code. Any time you replace one or more of the TPMS sensors or rotate the vehicle’s tires, the identification codes need to be matched to the new tire/wheel position. The sensors are matched, to the tire/wheel positions, in the following order: driver side front tire, passenger side front tire, passenger side rear tire, and driver side rear tire using a TPMS diagnostic tool. See your dealer for service.
Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be rotated every 5,000 to 8,000 miles (8 000 to 13 000 km). Any time you notice unusual wear, rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment. Also check for damaged tires or wheels. See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 317 and Wheel Replacement on page 322 for more information. The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle. The first rotation is the most important.
Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened. See “Wheel Nut Torque” under Capacities and Specifications on page 352. {CAUTION: Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose after time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle.
Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need, look at the tire and loading information label attached to your vehicle. See Loading Your Vehicle on page 236 for a label example and where it is attached to your vehicle. Make sure the replacements are the same size, load range, speed rating and construction type (bias, bias-belted or radial) as your original tires. CAUTION: (Continued) size, brand, and type of tires on all wheels.
Different Size Tires and Wheels If you add wheels or tires that are a different size than your original equipment wheels and tires, this may affect the way your vehicle performs, including its braking, ride and handling characteristics, stability, and resistance to rollover. Additionally, if your vehicle has electronic systems such as, anti-lock brakes, traction control, and electronic stability control, the performance of these systems can be affected.
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Treadwear Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum selection 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 (11⁄2) 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.
Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked, or badly rusted or corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts should be replaced. If the wheel leaks air, replace it (except some aluminum wheels, which can sometimes be repaired). See your dealer if any of these conditions exist. Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need.
Used Replacement Wheels {CAUTION: Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is dangerous. You cannot know how it has been used or how far it has been driven. It could fail suddenly and cause a crash. If you have to replace a wheel, use a new GM original equipment wheel. Tire Chains Notice: Use tire chains only where legal and only when you must. Use only SAE Class “S” type chains that are the proper size for your tires.
If a Tire Goes Flat It is unusual for a tire to blowout while you are driving, especially if you maintain your vehicle’s tires properly. If air goes out of a tire, it is much more likely to leak out slowly. But if you should ever have a blowout, here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do: If a front tire fails, the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly.
{CAUTION: Changing a tire can be dangerous. The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over or fall on you or other people. You and they could be badly injured or even killed. Find a level place to change your tire. To help prevent the vehicle from moving: 1. Set the parking brake firmly. 2. Put an automatic transaxle shift lever in PARK (P), or shift a manual transaxle to FIRST (1) or REVERSE (R). 3. Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised. 4.
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools Wagon Models The tools you will be using to change a flat tire are shown below. Refer to your vehicle model to access the spare tire and tools. For wagon models, do the following to access the spare tire and tools: 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate on page 99 for more information. 2. Fold the floor cover by pulling the handle upward. 3. Lift the floor tray. A. Jack B. Wheel Wrench C. Jack Handle D. Screwdriver 4.
5. Turn the retainer on the compact spare tire counterclockwise and remove the retainer. 6. Remove the compact spare tire. See Compact Spare Tire on page 334 for more information. 7. To access the tools, pull the strap on the tool box cover upward. The tools are located inside the foam tray.
Hatchback Models For hatchback models, do the following to access the spare tire and tools: 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate on page 99 for more information. 5. Remove the compact spare tire. See Compact Spare Tire on page 334 for more information. 2. Remove the trim cover by pulling up on the tab. 3. Remove the foam tray that contains the tools. 4. Turn the retainer on the compact spare tire counterclockwise and remove the retainer. 328 6.
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1. If your vehicle has wheel covers, use the jack handle to begin loosening the wheel covers. Using the flat end of the jack handle or the screwdriver, pry along the edge of the wheel cover until it comes off. 3. Locate the notch near each wheel in the frame which the jack head fits in. Position the jack and raise the jack head until it fits firmly into the notch in the vehicle’s frame nearest the flat tire. 4. Put the compact spare tire near you. 2.
{CAUTION: Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall. To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage, be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle. 5. Insert the jack handle into the jack and the wheel wrench onto the end of the jack handle. {CAUTION: Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed.
10. Place the compact spare tire on the wheel-mounting surface. {CAUTION: Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle. In an emergency, you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this; but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later, if needed, to get all the rust or dirt off. 9.
{CAUTION: Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to come loose and even come off. This could lead to an accident. Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts. If you have to replace them, be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts. Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque specification. See Capacities and Specifications on page 352 for wheel nut torque specification.
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools {CAUTION: Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place. To store a flat or spare tire, do the following: 1. Put the flat or spare tire in the compact spare tire compartment, then secure the retainer. 2. Store the jack in its housing in the cargo area. Secure the jack by turning the retainer clockwise.
Compact Spare Tire Although the compact spare tire was fully inflated when your vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time. Check the inflation pressure regularly. It should be 60 psi (420 kPa). After installing the compact spare on your vehicle, you should stop as soon as possible and make sure your spare tire is correctly inflated. The compact spare is made to perform well at speeds up to 50 mph (80 km/h), so you can finish your trip and have your full-size tire repaired or replaced where you want.
Appearance Care Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Your vehicle’s interior will continue to look its best if it is cleaned often. Although not always visible, dust and dirt can accumulate on your upholstery. Dirt can damage carpet, fabric, leather, and plastic surfaces. Regular vacuuming is recommended to remove particles from your upholstery. It is important to keep your upholstery from becoming and remaining heavily soiled. Soils should be removed as quickly as possible.
Many cleaners contain solvents that may become concentrated in your vehicle’s breathing space. Before using cleaners, read and adhere to all safety instructions on the label. While cleaning your vehicle’s interior, maintain adequate ventilation by opening your vehicle’s doors and windows. Dust may be removed from small buttons and knobs using a small brush with soft bristles. Your dealer has a product for cleaning your vehicle’s glass.
Fabric/Carpet Use a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush attachment frequently to remove dust and loose dirt. A canister vacuum with a beater bar in the nozzle may only be used on floor carpet and carpeted floor mats. For soils, always try to remove them first with plain water or club soda. Before cleaning, gently remove as much of the soil as possible using one of the following techniques: • For liquids: gently blot the remaining soil with a paper towel.
Leather A soft cloth dampened with water may be used to remove dust. If a more thorough cleaning is necessary, a soft cloth dampened with a mild soap solution can be used. Allow the leather to dry naturally. Do not use heat to dry. Never use steam to clean leather. Never use spot lifters or spot removers on leather. Many commercial leather cleaners and coatings that are sold to preserve and protect leather may permanently change the appearance and feel of your leather and are not recommended.
Care of Safety Belts Washing Your Vehicle Keep belts clean and dry. The paint finish on the vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss retention, and durability. {CAUTION: Do not bleach or dye safety belts. If you do, it may severely weaken them. In a crash, they might not be able to provide adequate protection. Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water. Weatherstrips Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak.
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses Finish Care Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, bird droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, etc., can damage the vehicle’s finish if they remain on painted surfaces. Wash the vehicle as soon as possible. If necessary, use non-abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter.
Grime from the windshield will stick to the wiper blades and affect their performance. Clean the blade by wiping vigorously with a cloth soaked in full-strength windshield washer solvent. Then rinse the blade with water. Check the wiper blades and clean them as necessary; replace blades that look worn.
Tires Finish Damage To clean the tires, use a stiff brush with tire cleaner. Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the finish should be repaired right away. Bare metal will corrode quickly and may develop into major repair expense. Notice: Using petroleum-based tire dressing products on your vehicle may damage the paint finish and/or tires. When applying a tire dressing, always wipe off any overspray from all painted surfaces on your vehicle.
At least every spring, flush these materials from the underbody with plain water. Clean any areas where mud and debris can collect. Dirt packed in close areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed. Your dealer or an underbody car washing system can do this for you. Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical fallout. Airborne pollutants can fall upon and attack painted surfaces on the vehicle.
Description Usage Swirl Remover Polish Removes swirl marks, fine scratches and other light surface contamination. Cleaner Wax Removes light scratches and protects finish. Foaming Tire Shine Low Gloss Cleans, shines and protects in one easy step, no wiping necessary. Wash Wax Concentrate Medium foaming shampoo. Cleans and lightly waxes. Biodegradable and phosphate free. Spot Lifter Quickly and easily removes spots and stains from carpets, vinyl and cloth upholstery.
Service Parts Identification Label This label is on the inside of the glove box. It is very helpful if you ever need to order parts. The label has the following information: • Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) • Model designation • Paint information • Production options and special equipment Do not remove this label from the vehicle. Electrical System Add-On Electrical Equipment Notice: Do not add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer first.
Headlamp Wiring The headlamp wiring is protected by fuses in the fuse block. An electrical overload will cause the lamps to turn off. If this happens, have your headlamp wiring checked right away. Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is protected by an internal circuit breaker and a fuse. If the motor overheats due to heavy snow, etc., the wiper will stop until the motor cools. If the overload is caused by some electrical problem and not snow, etc., be sure to get it fixed.
There are spare fuses provided in the engine compartment fuse block. If you ever have a problem on the road and do not have a spare fuse, you can borrow one that has the same amperage. Just pick a feature of your vehicle that you can get along without — like the radio or cigarette lighter — and use its fuse, if it is the correct amperage. Replace it as soon as you can.
Fuses AIRBAG WPR RADIO/CLK ECM 348 Usage Airbag Wiper Radio/Clock Engine Control Module Fuses AIRBAG AUX LTR TRN SIG LAMPS ABS Usage Airbag Extra Jack Turn Signal Lamps Anti-lock Brake System
Fuses LTR Usage Cigarette Lighter Cluster, Brake Transmission Shift CLSTR BTSI Interlock/Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock (BTSI) Solenoid RKE Remote Keyless Entry BCK/UP Back-up BLANK Not Used TCM Transmission Control Module BLANK Not Used ENG FUSE Engine Fuse Box, Daytime Running BOX DRL Lamps HAZRD LAMPS Hazard Lamps A/C CLK Air Conditioning Switch, Clock Heating, Ventilation and Air HVAC Conditioning RKE Remote Keyless Entry RADIO Radio S/ROOF Sunroof DLC Data Link Connector SPARE Spare Engine Compartmen
Fuses HEAD LAMPS ECM I/P FUSE FUEL PUMP 350 Usage Headlamps Engine Control Module Instrument Panel Fuse Fuel Pump Fuses A/C HORN HI BEAM DRIVER’S PWR WNDW Usage Air Conditioning Horn Headlamp High-Beam Driver’s Power Window
Fuses STOP LAMPS DR/LCK MIR HTD FRT FOG Usage Stoplamps Door Lock Heated Mirror Front Fog License Plate Lamp, Parking ILLUM LT Lamp Left INJ Injector Evaporative Emission (EVAP) Canister Purge Solenoid, Heated ENG SNSR Oxygen Sensor (HO2S), Cooling Fan Relay, CMP Sensor LOW BEAM LT Headlamp Low-Beam Left Illumination Circuit, Parking ILLUM RT Lamp Right LOW BEAM RT Headlamp Low-Beam Right SPARE Spare SPARE Spare SPARE Spare BATT PWR Battery Power ABS Anti-lock Brake System HVAC BLWR HVAC Blower IGN 2 Ignit
Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. See Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 382 for more information. Capacities English Metric For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge amount, see the refrigerant caution label located under the hood. See your dealer for more information. 7.9 qt 7.5 L 4.2 qt 4.0 L 14.5 gal 55.0 L 7.3 qt 6.9 L 1.9 qt 1.
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer.
Engine Drive Belt Routing 2.
Section 6 Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule ................................ 356 Introduction ............................................... 356 Maintenance Requirements ........................ 356 Your Vehicle and the Environment ............ 356 How This Section is Organized ................. 356 Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services ................................................. 358 Using the Maintenance Schedule ............... 358 Selecting the Right Schedule .....................
Maintenance Schedule Introduction Important: Keep engine oil at the proper level and change as recommended. Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the environment. Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe. Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle.
{CAUTION: Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be dangerous. In trying to do some jobs, you can be seriously injured. Do your own maintenance work only if you have the required know-how and the proper tools and equipment for the job. If you have any doubt, have a qualified technician do the work. See Doing Your Own Service Work on page 250. If you want to purchase service information, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 406.
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services In this part are scheduled maintenance services which are to be performed at the mileage intervals specified. Using the Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to keep your vehicle in good working condition. But we do not know exactly how you will drive it. You may drive short distances only a few times a week. Or you may drive long distances all the time in very hot, dusty weather. You may use your vehicle in making deliveries.
Selecting the Right Schedule Short Trip/City Intervals First you will need to decide which of the two schedules is right for your vehicle. Here is how to decide which schedule to follow: Every 3,000 Miles (5 000 km): Engine Oil and Filter Change and Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug Washer Replacement (or 3 months, whichever occurs first).
Every 90,000 Miles (150 000 km): Fuel Filter Replacement. Every 150,000 Miles (240 000 km): Cooling System Service. These intervals only summarize maintenance services. Be sure to follow the complete scheduled maintenance on the following pages. Long Trip/Highway Definition Follow this scheduled maintenance only if none of the conditions from the Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance are true. Do not use this schedule if the vehicle is driven in a dusty area or used off paved roads.
Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be repeated after 100,000 miles (166 000 km) at the same intervals for the life of this vehicle. The services shown at 150,000 miles (240 000 km) should be repeated at the same interval after 150,000 miles (240 000 km) for the life of this vehicle. See Part B: Owner Checks and Services on page 374 and Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections on page 380. Footnotes † The U.S.
12,000 Miles (20 000 km) 18,000 Miles (30 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter and replace engine oil pan drain plug washer (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 316 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) ❑ Change engine oil and filter and replace engine oil pan drain plug washer (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Rotate tires.
27,000 Miles (45 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter and replace engine oil pan drain plug washer (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter and replace engine oil pan drain plug washer (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Replace passenger compartment air filter. If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, the filter may require replacement more often.
39,000 Miles (65 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter and replace engine oil pan drain plug washer (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 42,000 Miles (70 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter and replace engine oil pan drain plug washer (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 316 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.
54,000 Miles (90 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter and replace engine oil pan drain plug washer (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 316 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 57,000 Miles (95 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter and replace engine oil pan drain plug washer (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
66,000 Miles (110 000 km) 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter and replace engine oil pan drain plug washer (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 316 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) ❑ Change engine oil and filter and replace engine oil pan drain plug washer (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
81,000 Miles (135 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter and replace engine oil pan drain plug washer (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 84,000 Miles (140 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter and replace engine oil pan drain plug washer (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 316 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.
93,000 Miles (155 000 km) 99,000 Miles (165 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter and replace engine oil pan drain plug washer (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Change engine oil and filter and replace engine oil pan drain plug washer (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be repeated after 100,000 miles (166 000 km) at the same intervals for the life of this vehicle. The services shown at 150,000 miles (240 000 km) should be repeated at the same interval after 150,000 miles (240 000 km) for the life of this vehicle. See Part B: Owner Checks and Services on page 374 and Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections on page 380. Footnotes † The U.S.
22,500 Miles (37 500 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter and replace engine oil pan drain plug washer (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 316 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter and replace engine oil pan drain plug washer (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
45,000 Miles (75 000 km) 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter and replace engine oil pan drain plug washer (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Replace passenger compartment air filter. If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, the filter may require replacement more often. ❑ Inspect engine air cleaner filter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 264 for more information. ❑ Rotate tires.
❑ Inspect PCV system. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote †.) ❑ Change brake/clutch fluid (or every 24 months, whichever occurs first). ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 316 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) ❑ Inspect drive belt(s). 67,500 Miles (112 500 km) 82,500 Miles (137 500 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter and replace engine oil pan drain plug washer (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 316 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) ❑ Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. ❑ Replace fuel filter. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote †.) ❑ Inspect drive belt(s). ❑ Inspect timing belt. ❑ Inspect EVAP canister, vapor lines and EVAP vent solenoid valve. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote †.) ❑ Inspect PCV system. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote †.
Part B: Owner Checks and Services Engine Coolant 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 engine coolant level and add the proper coolant mixture if necessary. See Engine Coolant on page 268 for further details. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once.
At Least Twice a Year Wiper Blade Check Restraint System Check Inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking. Replace blade inserts that appear worn or damaged or that streak or miss areas of the windshield. Also see Windshield and Wiper Blades on page 340. 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.
Manual Transaxle Check At Least Once a Year It is not necessary to check the transaxle fluid level. Check for leaks. A fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss. Have the system inspected and repaired if needed. Key Lock Cylinders Service Clutch and Brake Pedal Free Play Check Body Lubrication Service Check the clutch pedal and brake pedal for free play and adjust as necessary. 376 Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified in Part D.
Starter Switch Check {CAUTION: When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured. 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. 2. Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular brake. See Parking Brake on page 116 if necessary. Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts. 3. On automatic transaxle vehicles, try to start the engine in each gear.
Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control System Check {CAUTION: When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured. 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. It should be parked on a level surface. 2. Firmly apply the parking brake. See Parking Brake on page 116 if necessary. Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move. 3.
Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle Park (P) Mechanism Check {CAUTION: When you are doing this check, your vehicle could begin to move. You or others could be injured and property could be damaged. Make sure there is room in front of your vehicle in case it begins to roll. Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move. Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the parking brake.
Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Exhaust System Inspection 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 do these jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the body near the exhaust system.
Engine Cooling System Inspection Brake 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. Clean the outside of the radiator and air conditioning condenser. To help ensure proper operation, a pressure test of the cooling system and pressure cap is recommended at least once a year. Inspect the complete system.
Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Usage Fluid/Lubricant Engine Oil Engine oil which meets GM Standard GM6094M and displays the American Petroleum Institute Certified for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol. GM Goodwrench® oil meets all the requirements for your vehicle. To determine the proper viscosity for your vehicle’s engine, see Engine Oil on page 260.
Usage Chassis Lubrication Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Latch, Pivots, Spring Anchor, and Release Pawl Fluid/Lubricant Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. U.S. 12346293, in Canada 992723) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. Usage Fluid/Lubricant Lubricant, Superlube Hood and Door Multi-Purpose (GM Part No. U.S.
Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, and who performed the service and any additional information from “Owner Checks and Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” on the following record pages. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts.
Maintenance Record (cont’d) Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 385
Maintenance Record (cont’d) Date 386 Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record
Section 7 Customer Assistance Information Customer Assistance and Information ....... 388 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ............... 388 Online Owner Center ................................. 391 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users .......................... 392 Customer Assistance Offices ..................... 392 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program ........ 394 Roadside Assistance Program ................... 394 Courtesy Transportation .............................
Customer Assistance and Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer’s sales or service departments. Sometimes, however, despite the best intentions of all concerned, misunderstandings can occur.
STEP THREE — U.S. Owners: Both General Motors and your dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with your new vehicle. However, if you continue to remain unsatisfied after following the procedure outlined in Steps 1 and 2, you should file with the Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program to enforce your rights.
STEP THREE — Canadian Owners: In the event that you do not feel your concerns have been addressed after following the procedure outlined in Steps 1 and 2, General Motors of Canada Limited wants you to be aware of its participation in a no-charge Mediation/Arbitration Program. General Motors of Canada Limited has committed to binding arbitration of owner disputes involving factory-related vehicle service claims.
Online Owner Center My GM Canada (Canada only) Online Owner Center (United States only) My GM Canada is a password-protected section of gmcanada.com where you can save information on GM vehicles, get personalized offers, and use handy tools and forms with greater ease. The Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownership needs. Specific vehicle information can be found in one place. The Online Owner Center allows you to: • Get e-mail service reminders.
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users To assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTYs), Chevrolet has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center. Any TTY user in the U.S. can communicate with Chevrolet by dialing: 1-800-833-CHEV (2438). (TTY users in Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.) Customer Assistance Offices Chevrolet encourages customers to call the toll-free number for assistance.
Canada — Customer Assistance General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, CA1-163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 www.gmcanada.com 1-800-263-3777 (English) 1-800-263-7854 (French) 1-800-263-3830 (For Text Telephone devices (TTYs)) Roadside Assistance: 1-800-268-6800 Mexico, Central America and Caribbean Islands/Countries (Except Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands) — Customer Assistance General Motors de Mexico, S. de R.L. de C.V.
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program Roadside Assistance Program In the U.S., call 1-800-CHEV-USA (1-800-243-8872) In Canada, call 1-800-268-6800 Service available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. This program, available to qualified applicants, can reimburse you up to $1,000 of the cost of eligible aftermarket adaptive equipment required for your vehicle, such as hand controls or a wheelchair/scooter lift. The offer is available for a very limited period of time from the date of vehicle purchase/lease.
Who is Covered? Roadside Assistance coverage is for the vehicle operator, regardless of ownership. A person driving this vehicle without the consent of the owner is not eligible for coverage. The following services are provided in the U.S. during the Bumper-to-Bumper warranty period and, in Canada, during the Base Warranty coverage period of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty, up to a maximum coverage of $100.
Additional Services for Canadian Customers • Trip Routing Service: Upon Request, Roadside Assistance will send you detailed, computer-personalized maps, highlighting your choice of either the most direct route or the most scenic route to your destination, anywhere in North America, along with any helpful travel information we may have pertaining to your trip. To request this service, please call us toll-free at 1-800-268-6800.
For prompt and efficient assistance when calling, please provide the following to the Roadside Assistance Representative: • Your name, home address, and home telephone number. • Telephone number of your location. • Location of the vehicle. • Model, year, color, and license plate number. • Odometer reading, Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), and delivery date of the vehicle. • Description of the problem.
Courtesy Transportation Scheduling Service Appointments To enhance your ownership experience, we and our participating dealers are proud to offer Courtesy Transportation, a customer support program for new vehicles. When your vehicle requires warranty service, contact your dealer and request an appointment. By scheduling a service appointment and advising your service consultant of your transportation needs, your dealer can help minimize your inconvenience.
Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait. However, if you are unable to wait, GM helps to minimize your inconvenience by providing several transportation options.
Additional Program Information All program options, such as shuttle service, may not be available at every dealer. Please contact your dealer for specific information about availability. All Courtesy Transportation arrangements will be administered by appropriate dealer personnel.
To read this information, special equipment is needed and access to the vehicle or the device that stores the data is required. GM will not access information about a crash event or share it with others other than: • with the consent of the vehicle owner or, if the vehicle is leased, with the consent of the lessee, • in response to an official request of police or similar government office, • as part of GM’s defense of litigation through the discovery process, or • as required by law.
Genuine GM Collision parts are your best choice to assure that your vehicle’s designed appearance, durability, and safety are preserved. The use of Genuine GM parts can help maintain your GM New Vehicle Warranty. Recycled original equipment parts may also be used for repair. These parts are typically removed from vehicles that were total losses in prior accidents. In most cases, the parts being recycled are from undamaged sections of the vehicle.
If your vehicle is leased, the leasing company may require you to have insurance that assures repairs with Genuine GM Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) parts or Genuine Manufacturer replacement parts. Read your lease carefully, as you may be charged at the end of your lease for poor quality repairs. If an Accident Occurs Here is what to do if you are involved in an accident. • Try to relax and then check to make sure you are all right.
• If possible, call your insurance company from the scene of the accident. They will walk you through the information they will need. If they ask for a police report, phone or go to the police department headquarters the next day and you can get a copy of the report for a nominal fee. In some states/provinces with “no fault” insurance laws, a report may not be necessary. This is especially true if there are no injuries and both vehicles are driveable.
If another party’s insurance company is paying for the repairs, you are not obligated to accept a repair valuation based on that insurance company’s collision policy repair limits, as you have no contractual limits with that company. In such cases, you can have control of the repair and parts choices as long as cost stays within reasonable limits.
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors Service Publications Ordering Information In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you will notify General Motors. Please call the Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-222-1020, or write: Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 33170 Detroit, MI 48232-5170 In Canada, please call us at 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French).
In Canada, the service bulletin reference number can be obtained by contacting your General Motors dealer or by calling 1-800-GM-DRIVE (1-800-463-7483). This reference number is needed to order the service bulletin from Helm, Inc. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $6.00 US + Processing Fee Owner Information Owner publications are written specifically for owners and intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle. The owner manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models.
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A Accessories and Modifications ..................... 249 Accessory Power Outlet(s) .......................... 152 Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ............................ 83 Additives, Fuel ............................................ 252 Add-On Electrical Equipment ....................... 345 Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine ............................. 264 Air Conditioning ........................................... 155 Airbag Passenger Status Indicator .......................
Audio System(s) (cont.) Radio with CD ......................................... Radio with Six-Disc CD ............................ Understanding Radio Reception ............... Automatic Transaxle Fluid ........................................................ Operation ................................................. 180 186 203 266 110 B Battery ........................................................ Inadvertent Power Saver .......................... Before Leaving on a Long Trip ....................
CD, MP3 ............................................ 194, 198 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) ......................... 296, 297 Center Rear Passenger Position, Safety Belts ............................................... 36 Chains, Tire ................................................. 323 Charging System Light ................................ 167 Check Engine Light ............................................ 172 Checking Things Under the Hood ................ 256 Chemical Paint Spotting ............
Cupholder(s) ................................................ Customer Assistance Information Courtesy Transportation ........................... Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users ......................... Customer Assistance Offices .................... Customer Satisfaction Procedure .............. GM Mobility Reimbursement Program ...... Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors ..................................... Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government ...................
Electrical System (cont.) Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...................... 346 Headlamp Wiring ..................................... 346 Instrument Panel Fuse Block ................... 347 Power Windows and Other Power Options ................................................. 346 Windshield Wiper Fuses ........................... 346 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ...................................... 264 Battery ..................................................... 284 Check and Service Engine Soon Light ....
Fuel (cont.) Gage ....................................................... Gasoline Octane ...................................... Gasoline Specifications ............................ Low Warning Light ................................... System Inspection .................................... Fuses Engine Compartment Fuse Block ............. Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...................... Instrument Panel Fuse Block ................... Windshield Wiper .....................................
Horn ............................................................ 140 How to Use This Manual ................................ 4 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ............... 23 Hydraulic Clutch .......................................... 266 I Ignition Positions ......................................... 106 Inadvertent Power Battery Saver ................. 152 Infants and Young Children, Restraints .......... 41 Inflation - Tire Pressure ............................... 311 Inspection Brake System ......
Light (cont.) Charging System ..................................... 167 Cruise Control .......................................... 176 Daytime Running Lamps Indicator ............ 176 Door Ajar ................................................. 177 Fog Lamp ................................................ 176 Highbeam On .......................................... 176 Hold Mode ............................................... 170 Low Fuel Warning .................................... 178 Malfunction Indicator ..
Maintenance Schedule (cont.) Part B - Owner Checks and Services ...... 374 Part C - Periodic Maintenance Inspections ........................................... 380 Part D - Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ............................................. 382 Part E - Maintenance Record ................... 384 Selecting the Right Schedule ................... 359 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance ...... 361 Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection ..............
Outside Convex Mirror .......................................... 125 Heated Mirrors ......................................... 125 Manual Mirrors ......................................... 123 Power Mirrors .......................................... 124 Owners, Canadian .......................................... 3 P Paint, Damage ............................................ Park (P) Shifting Into ............................................. Shifting Out of .........................................
Rearview Mirrors ......................................... 123 Reclining Seatbacks ...................................... 12 Recreational Vehicle Towing ........................ 242 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ............ 91 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System, Operation ................................................... 92 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire ................................................ 329 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools ............ 326 Replacement Bulbs .....
Securing a Child Restraint Rear Seat Position ..................................... 59 Right Front Seat Position ........................... 62 Selecting the Right Schedule, Maintenance ............................................ 359 Service ........................................................ 248 Accessories and Modifications .................. 249 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle ......................................... 251 California Proposition 65 Warning .............
T Tachometer ................................................. 163 Taillamps Stoplamps, and Back-Up Lamps .............. 300 Turn Signal, and Stoplamps ..................... 298 Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps ..................................... 299 Theft-Deterrent System ................................ 103 Theft-Deterrent Systems .............................. 103 Throttle System Inspection .......................... 381 Tilt Adjuster, Driver Seat ................................
U Understanding Radio Reception ................... 203 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ....................... 320 V Vehicle Control ..................................................... 210 Damage Warnings ....................................... 5 Loading .................................................... 236 Parking Your ............................................ 119 Symbols ...................................................... 5 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders .......................
