Owner's Manual
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... the road andhow to drive under different conditions. 5-1 6-1 Problems on page 8- Your Driving and the Road Here you'll find something you want to do if you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated engine, etc. It also gives you information on "Reporting Safety Defects" on the Road This section tells what fluids and lubricants to use your seats and safety belts properly. The 1997 Chevrolet Express Owner's Manual 1-1 2- 1 Seats...
... the road andhow to drive under different conditions. 5-1 6-1 Problems on page 8- Your Driving and the Road Here you'll find something you want to do if you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated engine, etc. It also gives you information on "Reporting Safety Defects" on the Road This section tells what fluids and lubricants to use your seats and safety belts properly. The 1997 Chevrolet Express Owner's Manual 1-1 2- 1 Seats...
Owner's Manual
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... of the bag air sensors. Adding Equipmentto Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle Rear Seat Passengers It's very important forrear seat passengers to the front of my vehicle, will keep the air bags from working properly? If you mod@ your vehicle so that change your vehicle's fiame, bumper system, front end sheet metal or height, they can be thrown out of the vehicle in manual. Rear passengers who are wearing safety belts. Yes.
... of the bag air sensors. Adding Equipmentto Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle Rear Seat Passengers It's very important forrear seat passengers to the front of my vehicle, will keep the air bags from working properly? If you mod@ your vehicle so that change your vehicle's fiame, bumper system, front end sheet metal or height, they can be thrown out of the vehicle in manual. Rear passengers who are wearing safety belts. Yes.
Owner's Manual
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...Locks Keyless Entry System Your Doors and How They Work Theft New Vehicle "Break-In" Ignition Switch Starting Your Gasoline Engine Engine Coolant Heater (Option) Automatic Transmission Operation Locking Rear Axle Parking Brake Shifting Into PARK (P) Shifting Out of PARK (P) Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine While You're Parked 2-29 2-32 2-32 2-33 2-38 2-43 2-44 2-45 2-46 2-47 2-48 2-49 2-50 2-60 2-6 1 Windows Horn Tilt Wheel (Option) Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever Exterior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Cigarette LightedAshtrays Sun Visors Instrument Panel...
...Locks Keyless Entry System Your Doors and How They Work Theft New Vehicle "Break-In" Ignition Switch Starting Your Gasoline Engine Engine Coolant Heater (Option) Automatic Transmission Operation Locking Rear Axle Parking Brake Shifting Into PARK (P) Shifting Out of PARK (P) Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine While You're Parked 2-29 2-32 2-32 2-33 2-38 2-43 2-44 2-45 2-46 2-47 2-48 2-49 2-50 2-60 2-6 1 Windows Horn Tilt Wheel (Option) Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever Exterior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Cigarette LightedAshtrays Sun Visors Instrument Panel...
Owner's Manual
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... earlierreplacement. Don't tow a trailer during break-in the Index for the first500 miles (805 km). Follow this breaking-in guideline every time you turn the ignition switch to five different positions. Ignition Switch Your key lets you get into ACCESSORY, push in the key and turnit toward you use things like the radio, power windows and the windshield wipers when the engine isoff. Don't make full-throttle starts. ACCESSORY (A): ACCESSORY lets you...
... earlierreplacement. Don't tow a trailer during break-in the Index for the first500 miles (805 km). Follow this breaking-in guideline every time you turn the ignition switch to five different positions. Ignition Switch Your key lets you get into ACCESSORY, push in the key and turnit toward you use things like the radio, power windows and the windshield wipers when the engine isoff. Don't make full-throttle starts. ACCESSORY (A): ACCESSORY lets you...
Owner's Manual
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... your rear wheels can help control your vehicle from a stop when going slowly enough. DRIVE (D):This positionis for normal driving, however, it on very steep hills, orin deep snow or mud. This might happen if you need more power but lower fuel economy) than SECOND (2). You could overheat and damage the transmission. You should use this feature for passing, and you manually select...
... your rear wheels can help control your vehicle from a stop when going slowly enough. DRIVE (D):This positionis for normal driving, however, it on very steep hills, orin deep snow or mud. This might happen if you need more power but lower fuel economy) than SECOND (2). You could overheat and damage the transmission. You should use this feature for passing, and you manually select...
Owner's Manual
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... the window switch marked AUTO for the passenger windows as well. The driver's door has a switch for onesecond to lower the window. The driver's window switch also has an express-down the latch into the locked open position. 2-30 Swing-Out Windows Side Swing-Out Window To open the window partway, lightly tap the switch until the window is atthe desired position. Your power windows will work when the ignition has been turned to raise the window. The express...
... the window switch marked AUTO for the passenger windows as well. The driver's door has a switch for onesecond to lower the window. The driver's window switch also has an express-down the latch into the locked open position. 2-30 Swing-Out Windows Side Swing-Out Window To open the window partway, lightly tap the switch until the window is atthe desired position. Your power windows will work when the ignition has been turned to raise the window. The express...
Owner's Manual
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... have air conditioning, your vehicle. Your vehicle also has a flow-throughventilation system described later in your van. Move the knob counter clockwise toward HI. Comfort Controls This sectiontells you how to make your air system work for you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation in this . 3-2 Your comfort control system uses ozone-friendly R- 134a refrigerant. Move the knob clockwise toward LO. Fan...
... have air conditioning, your vehicle. Your vehicle also has a flow-throughventilation system described later in your van. Move the knob counter clockwise toward HI. Comfort Controls This sectiontells you how to make your air system work for you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation in this . 3-2 Your comfort control system uses ozone-friendly R- 134a refrigerant. Move the knob clockwise toward LO. Fan...
Owner's Manual
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... to maximize your air conditioner's performance and your vehicle. This knob will allow you have fog or ice on hot days. This setting puts the system in this setting to adjust the relative air temperature independently of the heating system control panel controls the fan speed. VENT This setting directs air through the instrument panel vents. 'fl I,. /J +e 0 +HHEAT This setting directs air through the windshield defroster vents...
... to maximize your air conditioner's performance and your vehicle. This knob will allow you have fog or ice on hot days. This setting puts the system in this setting to adjust the relative air temperature independently of the heating system control panel controls the fan speed. VENT This setting directs air through the instrument panel vents. 'fl I,. /J +e 0 +HHEAT This setting directs air through the windshield defroster vents...
Owner's Manual
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... a rear heater (without rear air conditioning), If your vehicle has a rear air conditioning rear To increase and decrease theflow of heated airto the rear floorvents, move the switch toward HIGH. The knob has three speed positions. Rear Air Conditioning and Rear Heater heater system combination, controls are provided to OFF. Front Passenger Control To adjust the air temperature,turn the fan off, move the switch to regulate the temperature,location and speed of the control panel. 3-5 and If you want. Rear Heater (Without Air Conditioning...
... a rear heater (without rear air conditioning), If your vehicle has a rear air conditioning rear To increase and decrease theflow of heated airto the rear floorvents, move the switch toward HIGH. The knob has three speed positions. Rear Air Conditioning and Rear Heater heater system combination, controls are provided to OFF. Front Passenger Control To adjust the air temperature,turn the fan off, move the switch to regulate the temperature,location and speed of the control panel. 3-5 and If you want. Rear Heater (Without Air Conditioning...
Owner's Manual
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... allow second seat passengers to any blend setting. Turn the knob counterclockwise for floorvent airflow or clockwise for air conditioning and the floor ventsfor heating. Generally, the upper vents are used for headliner vent airflow. The control knob can be set to adjust the controls as they desire. 3-6 To activate the rear control, move the fan knob on the control panel. Rear Passenger Control The rear control works just like...
... allow second seat passengers to any blend setting. Turn the knob counterclockwise for floorvent airflow or clockwise for air conditioning and the floor ventsfor heating. Generally, the upper vents are used for headliner vent airflow. The control knob can be set to adjust the controls as they desire. 3-6 To activate the rear control, move the fan knob on the control panel. Rear Passenger Control The rear control works just like...
Owner's Manual
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... of fogging the inside airquickly. Air Conditioning Before using it. Then keep the desired temperature. You can then use the optional engine coolant heater before driving off to keep your windows closed while using your vehicle's air conditioning, open the windows to circulate. MAX A/C lets in only a little air fromthe outside and you may enhance front A/C performance by allowing trapped refrigerant in engine speed, due to cool...
... of fogging the inside airquickly. Air Conditioning Before using it. Then keep the desired temperature. You can then use the optional engine coolant heater before driving off to keep your windows closed while using your vehicle's air conditioning, open the windows to circulate. MAX A/C lets in only a little air fromthe outside and you may enhance front A/C performance by allowing trapped refrigerant in engine speed, due to cool...
Owner's Manual
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... near curves warn that you should you do their work where the tires meet the road. Under less favorable conditions you 're steering through the curve. That's the time for evasive action-- Your vehicle can perform very well in emergencies like these problems by braking -- Thenyou a suddenly accelerate. Of course, theposted speeds are straight ahead. Maintain a reasonable, steady speed. Wait to go , and...
... near curves warn that you should you do their work where the tires meet the road. Under less favorable conditions you 're steering through the curve. That's the time for evasive action-- Your vehicle can perform very well in emergencies like these problems by braking -- Thenyou a suddenly accelerate. Of course, theposted speeds are straight ahead. Maintain a reasonable, steady speed. Wait to go , and...
Owner's Manual
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..., pull over, stop, and park your heater to the highest gear while driving -- If there's still no longer have an air conditioner, turn ofsthe engine and get the overheat warning with no steam, the problem may decide not to lift the hood but see if the warning stops. otherwise, shift to fullhot at the highest fan speed and open the window as normal idle speed. Tow a trailer. If No Steam Is...
..., pull over, stop, and park your heater to the highest gear while driving -- If there's still no longer have an air conditioner, turn ofsthe engine and get the overheat warning with no steam, the problem may decide not to lift the hood but see if the warning stops. otherwise, shift to fullhot at the highest fan speed and open the window as normal idle speed. Tow a trailer. If No Steam Is...
Owner's Manual
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... 6-26 6-26 6-27 6-28 6-32 Service Fuel (Gasoline Engine) Fuels in Foreign Countries Filling Your Tank Checking Things Under the Hood Noise Control System Engine Oil (Gasoline Engine) Air Cleaner (Gasoline Engines) Automatic Transmission Fluid Rear Axle Engine Coolant Radiator Pressure Cap Thermostat Power Steering Fluid Windshield Washer Fluid Brakes Battery 6-32 6-32 6-40 6-4 1 6-49 6-50 6-54 6-55 6-55 6-55 6-56 6-57 6-5 8 6-59 6-63 6-66 6-67 Bulb Replacement Halogen Bulbs Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Tires Appearance Care Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Cleaning the Outside of Your...
... 6-26 6-26 6-27 6-28 6-32 Service Fuel (Gasoline Engine) Fuels in Foreign Countries Filling Your Tank Checking Things Under the Hood Noise Control System Engine Oil (Gasoline Engine) Air Cleaner (Gasoline Engines) Automatic Transmission Fluid Rear Axle Engine Coolant Radiator Pressure Cap Thermostat Power Steering Fluid Windshield Washer Fluid Brakes Battery 6-32 6-32 6-40 6-4 1 6-49 6-50 6-54 6-55 6-55 6-55 6-56 6-57 6-5 8 6-59 6-63 6-66 6-67 Bulb Replacement Halogen Bulbs Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Tires Appearance Care Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Cleaning the Outside of Your...
Owner's Manual
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..., Ignition Switch Instrument Panel Fuse Block Instrument Panel Fuse Block, Headlamp Switch Rear Auxiliary Blower Motor Relays Heated 0 2 Sensors, Mass Air Flow Sensor, EGR Valve Solenoid, Evap Canister Purge Valve, Crankshaft Position Sensor, Secondary Air Injection Relay (Diesel), Water in Fuel Sensor (Diesel), Fuel Heater (Diesel), Glowplug Relay (Diesel), Wastegate Solenoid (Diesel) Air Conditioning Clutch Relay Spare Fuses Upfitter Provisions Upfitter Provisions Right-hand Headlamp (Export Only) [ T ) AIC Name BLOWR ABS Circuits Protected Blower Motor Electronic Brake Control Module...
..., Ignition Switch Instrument Panel Fuse Block Instrument Panel Fuse Block, Headlamp Switch Rear Auxiliary Blower Motor Relays Heated 0 2 Sensors, Mass Air Flow Sensor, EGR Valve Solenoid, Evap Canister Purge Valve, Crankshaft Position Sensor, Secondary Air Injection Relay (Diesel), Water in Fuel Sensor (Diesel), Fuel Heater (Diesel), Glowplug Relay (Diesel), Wastegate Solenoid (Diesel) Air Conditioning Clutch Relay Spare Fuses Upfitter Provisions Upfitter Provisions Right-hand Headlamp (Export Only) [ T ) AIC Name BLOWR ABS Circuits Protected Blower Motor Electronic Brake Control Module...
Owner's Manual
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... maintenance schedule on the following pages. 7-7 Drive Axle Service. Tire Rotation. Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km): Fuel Filter Replacement. Spark Plug Replacement. Every 150,000 Miles (240000 km): Cooling System Service (orevery 60 months, whichever occurs first). Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines Inspection. only). Every 100,000 Miles (166000 km): Spark Plug Wire Inspection. Every 60,000 Miles (100 000 km): Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection. Maintenance Schedule I Long Tripmighway Intervals -- Gasoline Engines 1 Every 7,500 Miles (12500 km): Engine Oil and Filter Change...
... maintenance schedule on the following pages. 7-7 Drive Axle Service. Tire Rotation. Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km): Fuel Filter Replacement. Spark Plug Replacement. Every 150,000 Miles (240000 km): Cooling System Service (orevery 60 months, whichever occurs first). Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines Inspection. only). Every 100,000 Miles (166000 km): Spark Plug Wire Inspection. Every 60,000 Miles (100 000 km): Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection. Maintenance Schedule I Long Tripmighway Intervals -- Gasoline Engines 1 Every 7,500 Miles (12500 km): Engine Oil and Filter Change...
Owner's Manual
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...). (See footnote #.) 0Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed . (See footnote **.) DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: 7-22 See "Tire Inspection and Rotation" in the Index for any damage. Replace parts as needed . An Emission Control Sewice. (See footnote?.) I7 Rotate tires. I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines I 63,000 Miles (105 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months...
...). (See footnote #.) 0Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed . (See footnote **.) DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: 7-22 See "Tire Inspection and Rotation" in the Index for any damage. Replace parts as needed . An Emission Control Sewice. (See footnote?.) I7 Rotate tires. I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines I 63,000 Miles (105 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months...
Owner's Manual
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... for damage or leaks. Replace as needed . Inspect fuel cap gasket for proper hook-up, routing and condition. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.) 0Replace air cleaner filter. Gasoline Engines 0Replace fuel filter. Adjust or replace as described in to the United States. ' I I I 3 ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: 7-39 Applicable only vehicles sold in the service manual. This is a Noise Emission Control Service. Replace parts as needed . Long TriplHighway Maintenance Schedule -- An Emission Control Service. 0Conduct Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR...
... for damage or leaks. Replace as needed . Inspect fuel cap gasket for proper hook-up, routing and condition. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.) 0Replace air cleaner filter. Gasoline Engines 0Replace fuel filter. Adjust or replace as described in to the United States. ' I I I 3 ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: 7-39 Applicable only vehicles sold in the service manual. This is a Noise Emission Control Service. Replace parts as needed . Long TriplHighway Maintenance Schedule -- An Emission Control Service. 0Conduct Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR...
Owner's Manual
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... PUBLICATIONS FOR1997 CHEVROLET/GEO Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on unit repair service procedures, adjustments and specifications for current and past model GM vehicles. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $90.00 TRANSMISSION, TRANSAXLE, TRANSFER CASE UNIT REPAIR MANUAL This manual provides information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. OWNER'S INFORMATION Owner publications are available for the 1997 GM transmissions, transaxles and transfer cases. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $1 5.00 Without Portfolio: Owner's Manual only. 0.00...
... PUBLICATIONS FOR1997 CHEVROLET/GEO Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on unit repair service procedures, adjustments and specifications for current and past model GM vehicles. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $90.00 TRANSMISSION, TRANSAXLE, TRANSFER CASE UNIT REPAIR MANUAL This manual provides information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. OWNER'S INFORMATION Owner publications are available for the 1997 GM transmissions, transaxles and transfer cases. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $1 5.00 Without Portfolio: Owner's Manual only. 0.00...
Owner's Manual
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...Ignition Switch ...2- 16 Ignition Transmission Lock Check ...7-47 Inflation. Labels 4-27 4-27 Certification ...4-27 Certification/Tire ...Service Parts Identification ...6-58 4-27 Tire-Loading Information ...Vehicle Identification Number ...6-58 Lalnps ...2-38 2-40 Dome ...2-40 Interior ...OnReminder ...2-40 2-40 Panel ...Underhood ...2-42 Leaving Your Vehicle with the Engine Running ...2-26 2-45 Lighter ... Steering ...Suspension ...Throttle Linkage ...Brightness Control ...Cleaning ...Cluster ...FuseBlock ...Interior Lamps ... 7-49 7-49 7-49 2-38 6-52 2-48 6-60 2-40 Jack.Starting ...Tire...
...Ignition Switch ...2- 16 Ignition Transmission Lock Check ...7-47 Inflation. Labels 4-27 4-27 Certification ...4-27 Certification/Tire ...Service Parts Identification ...6-58 4-27 Tire-Loading Information ...Vehicle Identification Number ...6-58 Lalnps ...2-38 2-40 Dome ...2-40 Interior ...OnReminder ...2-40 2-40 Panel ...Underhood ...2-42 Leaving Your Vehicle with the Engine Running ...2-26 2-45 Lighter ... Steering ...Suspension ...Throttle Linkage ...Brightness Control ...Cleaning ...Cluster ...FuseBlock ...Interior Lamps ... 7-49 7-49 7-49 2-38 6-52 2-48 6-60 2-40 Jack.Starting ...Tire...