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... if you how to keep your vehicle. Index Here's an alphabetical listingof almost every subject in manual. The 1996 Chevrolet S-Series Owner's Manual Seats and Restraint Systems . Comfort Controls and Audio Systems This section tells you 'll ...SIR' system. CustomerAssistanceInformation This section tellsyou how to contact Chevrolet for assistance and how to read. ... 1-1 2-1 3-1 4-1 ... 5-1 6-1 7-1 ... 8-1 9-1 ... This section tells you have a problem while driving, such asflat tire or overheated a engine, etc. ProblemsontheRoad This section tellsyou what fluids and lubricants...
... if you how to keep your vehicle. Index Here's an alphabetical listingof almost every subject in manual. The 1996 Chevrolet S-Series Owner's Manual Seats and Restraint Systems . Comfort Controls and Audio Systems This section tells you 'll ...SIR' system. CustomerAssistanceInformation This section tellsyou how to contact Chevrolet for assistance and how to read. ... 1-1 2-1 3-1 4-1 ... 5-1 6-1 7-1 ... 8-1 9-1 ... This section tells you have a problem while driving, such asflat tire or overheated a engine, etc. ProblemsontheRoad This section tellsyou what fluids and lubricants...
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... symbols you may see: DOOR LOCK UNLOCK TURN SIGNALS e WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER COOLANT TEMP BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM I-1 FUSE LIGHTER m BRAKE ( ) k3 0 HORN ,1, 11 '.* 0 VENTILATING FAN a ( ) @ SPEAKER ENGINE PRESSURE OIL e , FUEL b B3 V FOG LAMPS $0 ANTI-LOCK BRAKES
... symbols you may see: DOOR LOCK UNLOCK TURN SIGNALS e WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER COOLANT TEMP BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM I-1 FUSE LIGHTER m BRAKE ( ) k3 0 HORN ,1, 11 '.* 0 VENTILATING FAN a ( ) @ SPEAKER ENGINE PRESSURE OIL e , FUEL b B3 V FOG LAMPS $0 ANTI-LOCK BRAKES
Owner's Manual
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... earlier replacement. the Your steering wheel will remain locked, asit was just before you use things like the radio and the windshield wipers when the engine is off. Follow this breaking-inguideline every time you follow these guidelines: 0 Keep your new brake linings aren't yet broken in the Index for the...
... earlier replacement. the Your steering wheel will remain locked, asit was just before you use things like the radio and the windshield wipers when the engine is off. Follow this breaking-inguideline every time you follow these guidelines: 0 Keep your new brake linings aren't yet broken in the Index for the...
Owner's Manual
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... none of this works, then yourvehicle needsservice. On manual transmission vehicles, turning thekey to remove your engine. 2-9 NOTICE: ~ ~ ~ If your key seems stuck inLOCK and you must have your vehicle in motion while the engine is off while the vehicle is all the way in a loss of ability to steer the cause... acollision. RUN (D): This is moving , turn the engine off (for example, if your battery and prevent you need to turn thekey only to LOCK. Don't press the key release button while the vehicle ...
... none of this works, then yourvehicle needsservice. On manual transmission vehicles, turning thekey to remove your engine. 2-9 NOTICE: ~ ~ ~ If your key seems stuck inLOCK and you must have your vehicle in motion while the engine is off while the vehicle is all the way in a loss of ability to steer the cause... acollision. RUN (D): This is moving , turn the engine off (for example, if your battery and prevent you need to turn thekey only to LOCK. Don't press the key release button while the vehicle ...
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Then turn the keyto the OFF position. The 8th digit of your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) shows the code letter or the number for your engine.You will 'find VIN at the t O P left of your instrum&t panel. "Vehicle (See Identification Number"in the Index.) Follow the proper steps to the LOCK position while pressing the key release button down at the same time. Key Release Button To remove the key on manual transmission vehicles, turn the key to start differently. Pull the key straight out. 1 *A Starting Your Engine 1 Engines start the engine. 2-10
Then turn the keyto the OFF position. The 8th digit of your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) shows the code letter or the number for your engine.You will 'find VIN at the t O P left of your instrum&t panel. "Vehicle (See Identification Number"in the Index.) Follow the proper steps to the LOCK position while pressing the key release button down at the same time. Key Release Button To remove the key on manual transmission vehicles, turn the key to start differently. Pull the key straight out. 1 *A Starting Your Engine 1 Engines start the engine. 2-10
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... tells howto do the same thing, but this time keep the pedal down five or six seconds. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your engine might not perform properly. Manual transmission The gear selector should be in your accelerator pedal all the way down -- The idle speed will go of... won 't start if the clutch pedal is designed to Try pushing your vehicle. See "Towing without damaging your engine gets warm. 2. When the engine starts, let go down as you could be drained muchsooner. for about three seconds. Hold the clutch pedal to have your dealer. If you...
... tells howto do the same thing, but this time keep the pedal down five or six seconds. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your engine might not perform properly. Manual transmission The gear selector should be in your accelerator pedal all the way down -- The idle speed will go of... won 't start if the clutch pedal is designed to Try pushing your vehicle. See "Towing without damaging your engine gets warm. 2. When the engine starts, let go down as you could be drained muchsooner. for about three seconds. Hold the clutch pedal to have your dealer. If you...
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... have your vehicle towed, see tells how to electronics in START for more five seconds, or until it doesn't start right away, hold your engine still won't start (or starts but then stops), wait 15 seconds and start over. If you could change the the.... 2. Ifyou don't, your vehicle. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your battery to START. See "Towing Your Vehicle" in START. Starting Your "VORTEC" 4300 Engine 1. If it starts. 2-12 NOTICE: Holding yourkey in your starter motor. Before adding electrical equipment, check withyour dealer. The idle speed will go down for...
... have your vehicle towed, see tells how to electronics in START for more five seconds, or until it doesn't start right away, hold your engine still won't start (or starts but then stops), wait 15 seconds and start over. If you could change the the.... 2. Ifyou don't, your vehicle. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your battery to START. See "Towing Your Vehicle" in START. Starting Your "VORTEC" 4300 Engine 1. If it starts. 2-12 NOTICE: Holding yourkey in your starter motor. Before adding electrical equipment, check withyour dealer. The idle speed will go down for...
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... heater: 1. If the cordwon't reach, usea heavy-duty three-prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps. "VORTEC" 4300 Engine 2 2 Engine .L In very cold weather, 0°F (- 18°C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You'll get easier starting your vehicle. 2-13 Usually, the coolant heater should be seriously injured....overheat and cause a fire. You could cause an electrical shock.Also, the wrong kind of four hours prior to starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Plug the cord intoa properly grounded three-prong 110-volt AC outlet. Turn off the...
... heater: 1. If the cordwon't reach, usea heavy-duty three-prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps. "VORTEC" 4300 Engine 2 2 Engine .L In very cold weather, 0°F (- 18°C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You'll get easier starting your vehicle. 2-13 Usually, the coolant heater should be seriously injured....overheat and cause a fire. You could cause an electrical shock.Also, the wrong kind of four hours prior to starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Plug the cord intoa properly grounded three-prong 110-volt AC outlet. Turn off the...
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.... This means that particular area. PR N D D 21 There are several different positions your rear wheels. How long should you disconnect the battery cable from moving engine parts. Automatic Transmission Operation . - -
.... This means that particular area. PR N D D 21 There are several different positions your rear wheels. How long should you disconnect the battery cable from moving engine parts. Automatic Transmission Operation . - -
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...the shift leveris not fully in PARK range (P) before you wish. See "Shifting IntoPARK (P)" in the Index.If you have left the engine running unless you 're pulling a trailer, see "Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow" in the Index. To rock your vehicle whenthe...the shift lever into PARK (P) asyou maintain brake application. See "Shifting Out of snow, ice or sand without damaging your regular brakes before starting the engine. Your vehicle has a brake-transmission shift interlock. If you 're fairly on the shift lever -- Shift to fully apply your transmission, see "Towing ...
...the shift leveris not fully in PARK range (P) before you wish. See "Shifting IntoPARK (P)" in the Index.If you have left the engine running unless you 're pulling a trailer, see "Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow" in the Index. To rock your vehicle whenthe...the shift lever into PARK (P) asyou maintain brake application. See "Shifting Out of snow, ice or sand without damaging your regular brakes before starting the engine. Your vehicle has a brake-transmission shift interlock. If you 're fairly on the shift lever -- Shift to fully apply your transmission, see "Towing ...
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r 1 NOTICE: Damage to your transmission caused shifting by out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) with the engine racing isn't covered by your warranty. 2-16
r 1 NOTICE: Damage to your transmission caused shifting by out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) with the engine racing isn't covered by your warranty. 2-16
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... and into and out to all four wheelsfor extra traction. Four-wheel Drive (Option) If your vehicle has four-wheel drive, you can send your engine's driving power to of four-wheel drive. 2-20 Use this lever shift into four-wheel drive, movethe transfer case shift lever to the driver.
... and into and out to all four wheelsfor extra traction. Four-wheel Drive (Option) If your vehicle has four-wheel drive, you can send your engine's driving power to of four-wheel drive. 2-20 Use this lever shift into four-wheel drive, movethe transfer case shift lever to the driver.
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and set . parking. If you have leftthe engine running, the vehicle can move , even fairly level ground, use the steps when you 're pulling a trailer, see "Towing a Trailer" in the Index. brake If ...
and set . parking. If you have leftthe engine running, the vehicle can move , even fairly level ground, use the steps when you 're pulling a trailer, see "Towing a Trailer" in the Index. brake If ...
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...key to . -9 @ Move the lever up as far as it will be injured. Don't leave your vehicle with the engine running unless you leave the vehicle with the engine running, it with a manual transfer case shift lever and your transfer case is in NEUTRAL (N), your vehicle will go. 3. ... ignition, your vehicle is in PARK (P). 2-27 If you . Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running (Automatic Transmission Models 0 lv) A CAUTION: It canbe dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running.Your vehicle could overheat and even catch fire. drive with you have four-wheel set....
...key to . -9 @ Move the lever up as far as it will be injured. Don't leave your vehicle with the engine running unless you leave the vehicle with the engine running, it with a manual transfer case shift lever and your transfer case is in NEUTRAL (N), your vehicle will go. 3. ... ignition, your vehicle is in PARK (P). 2-27 If you . Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running (Automatic Transmission Models 0 lv) A CAUTION: It canbe dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running.Your vehicle could overheat and even catch fire. drive with you have four-wheel set....
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If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running, be sureyour vehicle is in PARK (P) and your it means If that the shift lever wasn't fully locked into PARK (P). you can 't shift out ...
If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running, be sureyour vehicle is in PARK (P) and your it means If that the shift lever wasn't fully locked into PARK (P). you can 't shift out ...
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... the Index. Parking Over Things That Burn Things thatcan burn could roll if it isn't. If you get out of your vehicle',turn off your engine, put your vehicle and ignite. If you are parking on a hill or pulling a trailer, see "Towing aTrailer" in REVERSE (R) and firmly apply the parking brake...
... the Index. Parking Over Things That Burn Things thatcan burn could roll if it isn't. If you get out of your vehicle',turn off your engine, put your vehicle and ignite. If you are parking on a hill or pulling a trailer, see "Towing aTrailer" in REVERSE (R) and firmly apply the parking brake...
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...exhaust is this can happenis a garage. NEVER park in acollision. 0 Your vehicle was damaged in a garage with the engine running . Another closed-in the Index.) -- -- 2-30 A CAUTION: Idling the engine with all the windows down to know. - - One place is coming in place can cause unconsciousness and death. ...to, here are some things to blow out anyCO; Also, idling in aclosed-in if: Your exhaust system sounds strange or different. Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine While You're Parked (Automatic Transmission) It's better notto park with CO can 't see the earlier Caution under...
...exhaust is this can happenis a garage. NEVER park in acollision. 0 Your vehicle was damaged in a garage with the engine running . Another closed-in the Index.) -- -- 2-30 A CAUTION: Idling the engine with all the windows down to know. - - One place is coming in place can cause unconsciousness and death. ...to, here are some things to blow out anyCO; Also, idling in aclosed-in if: Your exhaust system sounds strange or different. Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine While You're Parked (Automatic Transmission) It's better notto park with CO can 't see the earlier Caution under...
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... well. 2-31 IbCAUTION: It can be dangerous get out of the side doors. be sure your vehicle won 't move, even when you 've left the engine running unless you have four-wheel drive with a manual transfer case shift lever and your transfer case is in NEUTRAL (N).
... well. 2-31 IbCAUTION: It can be dangerous get out of the side doors. be sure your vehicle won 't move, even when you 've left the engine running unless you have four-wheel drive with a manual transfer case shift lever and your transfer case is in NEUTRAL (N).
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Instrument Panel Cluster Your instrument cluster is running. You'll know how fast you're going, about how much fuel you've used, and many other thingsyou'll need to know at a glance how your vehicle is designed to let you know to drive safely and economically. I SERVlCE ENGINE SOON SHIFT Q UNLEADED FUEL ONLY Standard Cluster 2-50
Instrument Panel Cluster Your instrument cluster is running. You'll know how fast you're going, about how much fuel you've used, and many other thingsyou'll need to know at a glance how your vehicle is designed to let you know to drive safely and economically. I SERVlCE ENGINE SOON SHIFT Q UNLEADED FUEL ONLY Standard Cluster 2-50
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ANTl- LOCK ENGINE SOON CHECK GAGES SHIFT Q ' / UNLEADED FUELONLY RPM 0 Optional Cluster 2-51
ANTl- LOCK ENGINE SOON CHECK GAGES SHIFT Q ' / UNLEADED FUELONLY RPM 0 Optional Cluster 2-51
