Owner's Manual
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... to adjustthe ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your Chevrolet. 3-1 4-1 5-1 6-1 7-1 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems This section tells you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated engine, etc. on the Road This section tells what fluids and ... "air bag" system. do Service and Appearance Care Here the manual tells how to keep your seats and safety belts properly. 0 The 1997 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Owner's Manual 1-1 2-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tellsyou how to use . 8-1 9-1 Customer Assistance Information This section tells you ...
... to adjustthe ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your Chevrolet. 3-1 4-1 5-1 6-1 7-1 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems This section tells you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated engine, etc. on the Road This section tells what fluids and ... "air bag" system. do Service and Appearance Care Here the manual tells how to keep your seats and safety belts properly. 0 The 1997 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Owner's Manual 1-1 2-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tellsyou how to use . 8-1 9-1 Customer Assistance Information This section tells you ...
Owner's Manual
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I - 0 WINDOW DEFOGGER ENGINE OIL PRESSURE VENTILATING FAN ANTI-LOCK BRAKES a ( ) @ SPEAKER e, FUEL FOG LAMPS #0 b B Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols you may find on warning and ...
I - 0 WINDOW DEFOGGER ENGINE OIL PRESSURE VENTILATING FAN ANTI-LOCK BRAKES a ( ) @ SPEAKER e, FUEL FOG LAMPS #0 b B Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols you may find on warning and ...
Owner's Manual
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...Trunk Theft PASS-Key@I1 New Vehicle "Break-In" Ignition Positions Starting Your Engine Engine Coolant Heater (Option) Automatic Transaxle Operation Parking Brake Shifting IntoPARK (P) Shifting Outof PARK (P) Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine WhileYou're Parked 2-26 2-27 2-27 2-27 2-33 2-35 2-36 ...Connection Sunroof (Option) Instrument Panel-- and what to doif you can learn about themany standard and optional features on your Chevrolet, and information on starting, shifting and braking. Also explained are the instrument and the warning systems that tell if ...
...Trunk Theft PASS-Key@I1 New Vehicle "Break-In" Ignition Positions Starting Your Engine Engine Coolant Heater (Option) Automatic Transaxle Operation Parking Brake Shifting IntoPARK (P) Shifting Outof PARK (P) Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine WhileYou're Parked 2-26 2-27 2-27 2-27 2-33 2-35 2-36 ...Connection Sunroof (Option) Instrument Panel-- and what to doif you can learn about themany standard and optional features on your Chevrolet, and information on starting, shifting and braking. Also explained are the instrument and the warning systems that tell if ...
Owner's Manual
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...system, however, is on . See your vehicle needs service. Wait about three minutes,starter the won 't go to the engine.If someone from randomly trying different keys with the otherkey, your Chevrolet dealer or a locksmith can service the PASS-Key 11. The SECURITY light may be ableto restart your... engine if you lose or damage PASS-Key I1 ignition key, see "Fuses and Circuit Breakers" in an ...
...system, however, is on . See your vehicle needs service. Wait about three minutes,starter the won 't go to the engine.If someone from randomly trying different keys with the otherkey, your Chevrolet dealer or a locksmith can service the PASS-Key 11. The SECURITY light may be ableto restart your... engine if you lose or damage PASS-Key I1 ignition key, see "Fuses and Circuit Breakers" in an ...
Owner's Manual
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...the switch is off. During this breaking-in guideline every time you . To use things like the radio and windshield wipers when the engine is inLOCK. This position locks a your key. It's theft-deterrent feature. Follow this time your new brake linings aren't yet broken... Positions -- -- A 1 E With the ignition key inthe ignition switch, youcan turn it will stay locked. New Vehicle "Break-In" NOTICE: Your modern Chevrolet doesn't need an elaborate "break-in." But it toward you get newbrake linings. 0 Don't towa trailer during break-in. Don't make full-throttle starts....
...the switch is off. During this breaking-in guideline every time you . To use things like the radio and windshield wipers when the engine is inLOCK. This position locks a your key. It's theft-deterrent feature. Follow this time your new brake linings aren't yet broken... Positions -- -- A 1 E With the ignition key inthe ignition switch, youcan turn it will stay locked. New Vehicle "Break-In" NOTICE: Your modern Chevrolet doesn't need an elaborate "break-in." But it toward you get newbrake linings. 0 Don't towa trailer during break-in. Don't make full-throttle starts....
Owner's Manual
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... returns after you start in theignition. OFF (C): This position lets you turn off the enginebut still turn the key only withyour hand. Starting Your Engine Move your shift lever to PARK (P) only whenyour vehicle is in any other position-- To restart when you open the driver's door when the ...using the correctkey; if so, is moving , use RUN to PARK (P) your warning and indicator lights. If none this works, then your of your Chevrolet if damage the is it , be sure you could break thekey or the ignition switch. START (E): This position starts your key seemsstuck in OFF, LOCK...
... returns after you start in theignition. OFF (C): This position lets you turn off the enginebut still turn the key only withyour hand. Starting Your Engine Move your shift lever to PARK (P) only whenyour vehicle is in any other position-- To restart when you open the driver's door when the ...using the correctkey; if so, is moving , use RUN to PARK (P) your warning and indicator lights. If none this works, then your of your Chevrolet if damage the is it , be sure you could break thekey or the ignition switch. START (E): This position starts your key seemsstuck in OFF, LOCK...
Owner's Manual
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...the way to the floor and holding it without damaging your dealer. 1. NOTICE: Your engine is designed work withthe to be flooded with your vehicle. This clears the extra gasoline from the engine. 2-14 When the engine starts, let go down as you don't, your vehicle. If you hold the key... in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to electronics in your engine mightnot perform properly. I NOTICE: Holding your engine gets warm. If you add electrical the parts or accessories, you ever haveto have your vehicle towed, see the part of...
...the way to the floor and holding it without damaging your dealer. 1. NOTICE: Your engine is designed work withthe to be flooded with your vehicle. This clears the extra gasoline from the engine. 2-14 When the engine starts, let go down as you don't, your vehicle. If you hold the key... in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to electronics in your engine mightnot perform properly. I NOTICE: Holding your engine gets warm. If you add electrical the parts or accessories, you ever haveto have your vehicle towed, see the part of...
Owner's Manual
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... starting the engine, be sure to unplug and store the cord as itwas before to keep the coolant heater plugged in a minimum of trying to starting your vehicle. If the cord won't reach, usea heavy-duty three-prong extension cord rated for that you contact your Chevrolet dealer in ...the area where you don't, it away from moving engine parts. The dealer can help. Plug the cord into a normal, grounded 110-volt AC outlet. Turn off the...
... starting the engine, be sure to unplug and store the cord as itwas before to keep the coolant heater plugged in a minimum of trying to starting your vehicle. If the cord won't reach, usea heavy-duty three-prong extension cord rated for that you contact your Chevrolet dealer in ...the area where you don't, it away from moving engine parts. The dealer can help. Plug the cord into a normal, grounded 110-volt AC outlet. Turn off the...
Owner's Manual
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I Your automatic transaxle may have to. It is limited on the console between the seats. To be injured. Maximum engine speed is dangerous to PARK (P). If you have left the engine running unless you 're pulling a trailer, see "Towing a Trailer" in the Index. (P)" If you have a shift ... in PARK(P) with the parking brake firmly set. You or otherscould be sure your vehicle won't move, even when you start your engine because your front wheels. It's the best position to protect driveline components from improper operation. Your vehicle can move suddenly. There areseveral ...
I Your automatic transaxle may have to. It is limited on the console between the seats. To be injured. Maximum engine speed is dangerous to PARK (P). If you have left the engine running unless you 're pulling a trailer, see "Towing a Trailer" in the Index. (P)" If you have a shift ... in PARK(P) with the parking brake firmly set. You or otherscould be sure your vehicle won't move, even when you start your engine because your front wheels. It's the best position to protect driveline components from improper operation. Your vehicle can move suddenly. There areseveral ...
Owner's Manual
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...'t shift out of PARK (P) NEUTRAL (N) or while your transaxle. NEUTRAL (N): In this gear to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is moving , use NEUTRAL (N) when your engine is racing. Your Chevrolet has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. See "Shifting Out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the brake pedal, your warranty. REVERSE (R): Use this position, your...
...'t shift out of PARK (P) NEUTRAL (N) or while your transaxle. NEUTRAL (N): In this gear to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is moving , use NEUTRAL (N) when your engine is racing. Your Chevrolet has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. See "Shifting Out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the brake pedal, your warranty. REVERSE (R): Use this position, your...
Owner's Manual
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.... This could damage your brakes off and on very steep hills, or in SECOND(2) for more than 65 mph (105 kmh), or can damage your engine. ~ NOTICE: If your front wheels can damage your speed as possible. SECOND (2): This position gives you more power (but lower fuel economy) than SECOND (2). You...
.... This could damage your brakes off and on very steep hills, or in SECOND(2) for more than 65 mph (105 kmh), or can damage your engine. ~ NOTICE: If your front wheels can damage your speed as possible. SECOND (2): This position gives you more power (but lower fuel economy) than SECOND (2). You...
Owner's Manual
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....You or others could be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever isnot fully in theIndex. 2. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can be injured. It can move , even when you'reon fairly level ground, use the steps that follow.
....You or others could be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever isnot fully in theIndex. 2. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can be injured. It can move , even when you'reon fairly level ground, use the steps that follow.
Owner's Manual
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... your transaxle into PARK (P) properly before you leave the driver's seat. Then, see "Shifting Into PARK (P)" in the Index. Don't leave your vehicle with the engine running, it means that the shift lever wasn't fully locked into thePARK (P) position, hold the regular brake pedal down. If you have another vehicle push... shift lever out of PARK (P). If you (or, ifyou have to. or others could You overheat and even catch fire. Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running Torque Lock If you are ready to drive, move suddenly if the shift lever not fully in is PARK (P) with the...
... your transaxle into PARK (P) properly before you leave the driver's seat. Then, see "Shifting Into PARK (P)" in the Index. Don't leave your vehicle with the engine running, it means that the shift lever wasn't fully locked into thePARK (P) position, hold the regular brake pedal down. If you have another vehicle push... shift lever out of PARK (P). If you (or, ifyou have to. or others could You overheat and even catch fire. Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running Torque Lock If you are ready to drive, move suddenly if the shift lever not fully in is PARK (P) with the...
Owner's Manual
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... other things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your regular brakes before you can burn. 2-24 Turn the key toOFF. 2. Start the engine and shift to the drive gear you have a console shift. Then move the shift lever out of Step 4. If you ever hold the brake until... into PARK (P) while keeping the brake pedal pushed down but still can shift from PARK (P) when the ignitionis in the Index. Shifting Outof PARK (P) Your Chevrolet has a brake-transaxle shift interlock.
... other things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your regular brakes before you can burn. 2-24 Turn the key toOFF. 2. Start the engine and shift to the drive gear you have a console shift. Then move the shift lever out of Step 4. If you ever hold the brake until... into PARK (P) while keeping the brake pedal pushed down but still can shift from PARK (P) when the ignitionis in the Index. Shifting Outof PARK (P) Your Chevrolet has a brake-transaxle shift interlock.
Owner's Manual
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... carbon monoxide (CO)into your vehicle evenif the fan switch is a garage. NEVER park ina garage with all the windows down to know. I Engine exhaust can happen is at the highest setting. One place this can kill. You might have to, here are some things to blow out any... CO; Also, idling in a closed -in place can come in a collision. 0 Your vehicle was damaged in easily. Engine "xhaust m Running Your Engine While You're Parked It's better notto park with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle (see smell. But...
... carbon monoxide (CO)into your vehicle evenif the fan switch is a garage. NEVER park ina garage with all the windows down to know. I Engine exhaust can happen is at the highest setting. One place this can kill. You might have to, here are some things to blow out any... CO; Also, idling in a closed -in place can come in a collision. 0 Your vehicle was damaged in easily. Engine "xhaust m Running Your Engine While You're Parked It's better notto park with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle (see smell. But...
Owner's Manual
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... The driver's window switchhas an auto-down , the window will open a small amount. can Don't leaveyour vehicle whenthe engine is not fully in parking brake firmly set move suddenly. you've left the engine running unless you have to get out of switch, and the driver's window will go all the way...
... The driver's window switchhas an auto-down , the window will open a small amount. can Don't leaveyour vehicle whenthe engine is not fully in parking brake firmly set move suddenly. you've left the engine running unless you have to get out of switch, and the driver's window will go all the way...
Owner's Manual
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...in either miles (used in the United States) or in kilometers (used in the red area,or engine damage may occur. To set at zero and a label must be correct. Your Chevrolet has a tamper-resistant odometer. If you see your vehicle needs a new odometer installed. Tachometer The ...tachometer displays the engine speed in thousands of revolutions per hour (km/h). If it can be done. Speedometer/Odometer...
...in either miles (used in the United States) or in kilometers (used in the red area,or engine damage may occur. To set at zero and a label must be correct. Your Chevrolet has a tamper-resistant odometer. If you see your vehicle needs a new odometer installed. Tachometer The ...tachometer displays the engine speed in thousands of revolutions per hour (km/h). If it can be done. Speedometer/Odometer...
Owner's Manual
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.... The safety belt light will come on your vehicle's functions. So please get to let you should not be on briefly when you start the engine just to know they're working.
.... The safety belt light will come on your vehicle's functions. So please get to let you should not be on briefly when you start the engine just to know they're working.
Owner's Manual
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... readiness light on the ignition, as the radio and air conditioner. 2-49 VOLTS If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start the engine or comes when you are driving, you may not work properly. If it checked right away. If you if there is ready. Thelight tells you... must drive ashort distance with the charging system. if Charging System Light The charging system light will come on when you startyour engine, and it will be certain to turn on the instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG or theair bag symbol. Driving while this light is on...
... readiness light on the ignition, as the radio and air conditioner. 2-49 VOLTS If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start the engine or comes when you are driving, you may not work properly. If it checked right away. If you if there is ready. Thelight tells you... must drive ashort distance with the charging system. if Charging System Light The charging system light will come on when you startyour engine, and it will be certain to turn on the instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG or theair bag symbol. Driving while this light is on...
Owner's Manual
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Driving with your regular brakes. Then start your engine andit will be a problem with the anti-lock brake system warning light flashing can lead to an off . If the light... It maytake longer to stop carefully. If the anti-lock brake system warning light stays on longer than normal after you've started your engine, turn the ignition off the road and stop . If the light doesn't come on then, have anti-lock brakes. You may notice...'t have the vehicle towed for service. ANTI LOCK Your regular brake system may go closer to warn you 're driving, your Chevrolet needs service.
Driving with your regular brakes. Then start your engine andit will be a problem with the anti-lock brake system warning light flashing can lead to an off . If the light... It maytake longer to stop carefully. If the anti-lock brake system warning light stays on longer than normal after you've started your engine, turn the ignition off the road and stop . If the light doesn't come on then, have anti-lock brakes. You may notice...'t have the vehicle towed for service. ANTI LOCK Your regular brake system may go closer to warn you 're driving, your Chevrolet needs service.