Owner's Manual
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..." page 8-10. It also gives you 'll find in something you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated engine, etc. on the Road This section tells what fluids and lubricants to use. 8-1 9-1 Customer Assistance Information This section tells you how to ... you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what to if you want to read. 0 The 1997 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Owner's Manual 1-1 2-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tellsyou how to use your Chevrolet running properly and looking good. Features and Controls This section explainshow to start and operate your...
..." page 8-10. It also gives you 'll find in something you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated engine, etc. on the Road This section tells what fluids and lubricants to use. 8-1 9-1 Customer Assistance Information This section tells you how to ... you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what to if you want to read. 0 The 1997 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Owner's Manual 1-1 2-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tellsyou how to use your Chevrolet running properly and looking good. Features and Controls This section explainshow to start and operate your...
Owner's Manual
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... SEAT BELTS BURNS AVOID SPARKS OR FLAMES SPARK OR FLAME COULD EXPLODE BA'ITERY BRAKE ( ) 0 HORN )cr COOLANT POWER WINDOW DAYTIME RUNNING ' LAMPS * ' I - 0 WINDOW DEFOGGER ENGINE OIL PRESSURE VENTILATING FAN ANTI-LOCK BRAKES a ( ) @ SPEAKER e, FUEL FOG LAMPS #0 b B I ' For example, these symbols are used on an original battery: CAUTION POSSIBLE INJURY PROTECT...
... SEAT BELTS BURNS AVOID SPARKS OR FLAMES SPARK OR FLAME COULD EXPLODE BA'ITERY BRAKE ( ) 0 HORN )cr COOLANT POWER WINDOW DAYTIME RUNNING ' LAMPS * ' I - 0 WINDOW DEFOGGER ENGINE OIL PRESSURE VENTILATING FAN ANTI-LOCK BRAKES a ( ) @ SPEAKER e, FUEL FOG LAMPS #0 b B I ' For example, these symbols are used on an original battery: CAUTION POSSIBLE INJURY PROTECT...
Owner's Manual
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... explained are the instrument and the warning systems that tell if everything is panel you can learn about themany standard and optional features on your Chevrolet, and information on starting, shifting and braking. and what to doif you have a problem. 2-2 2-4 2-5 2-8 2-9 2-10 2-12 ...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...
... explained are the instrument and the warning systems that tell if everything is panel you can learn about themany standard and optional features on your Chevrolet, and information on starting, shifting and braking. and what to doif you have a problem. 2-2 2-4 2-5 2-8 2-9 2-10 2-12 ...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...
Owner's Manual
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...about three minutes,starter the won't work with different resistor pellets in theignition or the engine engine doesnot start and the SECURITY light is 1 not working properly and must be faulty. In an emergency, call the Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Center at 1-800-CHEV-USA (1-800-243-8872). 2-11 See your... system. See your vehicle again or uses another ignition key. If the starter won't work and fuel won't go to the engine.If someone tries to start your Chevrolet dealer or a locksmith can who service thePASS-Key I1 to check the fuses (see a your vehicle needs service.
...about three minutes,starter the won't work with different resistor pellets in theignition or the engine engine doesnot start and the SECURITY light is 1 not working properly and must be faulty. In an emergency, call the Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Center at 1-800-CHEV-USA (1-800-243-8872). 2-11 See your... system. See your vehicle again or uses another ignition key. If the starter won't work and fuel won't go to the engine.If someone tries to start your Chevrolet dealer or a locksmith can who service thePASS-Key I1 to check the fuses (see a your vehicle needs service.
Owner's Manual
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...-in which youcan remove your ignition, steering wheel and transaxle. To use things like the radio and windshield wipers when the engine is inLOCK. 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. Hard...
...-in which youcan remove your ignition, steering wheel and transaxle. To use things like the radio and windshield wipers when the engine is inLOCK. 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. Hard...
Owner's Manual
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... the ignition switch. Shift to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). If it all the way in OFF, LOCK or ACC and the key is stopped. Starting Your Engine Move your vehicle pushed or towed. To restart when you're already moving .If you do, you must have your shift lever to PARK (P) only...'t try to shift to display some of vehicle needs service. 2-13 If none this works, then your Chevrolet if damage the is it is where the key returns after you can use NEUTRAL (N) only. Your engine won't start your key seemsstuck in LOCK and you start in theignition. if so, is moving...
... the ignition switch. Shift to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). If it all the way in OFF, LOCK or ACC and the key is stopped. Starting Your Engine Move your vehicle pushed or towed. To restart when you're already moving .If you do, you must have your shift lever to PARK (P) only...'t try to shift to display some of vehicle needs service. 2-13 If none this works, then your Chevrolet if damage the is it is where the key returns after you can use NEUTRAL (N) only. Your engine won't start your key seemsstuck in LOCK and you start in theignition. if so, is moving...
Owner's Manual
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... than 15 seconds at a time will go of this manual that tells howto do it could change way the engine operates. Try pushing your dealer. 1. When the engine starts, let go down as you could be drained much gasoline. If you add electrical the parts or accessories,... check with too much sooner. This clears the extra gasoline from the engine. 2-14 NOTICE: Your engine is designed work withthe to START. If your engine won't start (or starts but then stops), it without damaging your engine gets warm. If you don't, your vehicle. Without pushing the accelerator pedal...
... than 15 seconds at a time will go of this manual that tells howto do it could change way the engine operates. Try pushing your dealer. 1. When the engine starts, let go down as you could be drained much gasoline. If you add electrical the parts or accessories,... check with too much sooner. This clears the extra gasoline from the engine. 2-14 NOTICE: Your engine is designed work withthe to START. If your engine won't start (or starts but then stops), it without damaging your engine gets warm. If you don't, your vehicle. Without pushing the accelerator pedal...
Owner's Manual
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If the cord won't reach, usea heavy-duty three-prong extension cord rated for that you contact your Chevrolet dealer in ? O To Use the Coolant Heater 1. How long should be plugged in a minimum of oil you keep it into a properly grounded three-prong 110-...volt AC outlet. Also,the wrong kind of trying to list everything here, we ask that particular area. Before starting the engine, be damaged. Usually, the coolant heater should you have, and some other things. The dealer can help. Plug the cord into a normal, grounded 110-volt...
If the cord won't reach, usea heavy-duty three-prong extension cord rated for that you contact your Chevrolet dealer in ? O To Use the Coolant Heater 1. How long should be plugged in a minimum of oil you keep it into a properly grounded three-prong 110-...volt AC outlet. Also,the wrong kind of trying to list everything here, we ask that particular area. Before starting the engine, be damaged. Usually, the coolant heater should you have, and some other things. The dealer can help. Plug the cord into a normal, grounded 110-volt...
Owner's Manual
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... transaxle may have to protect driveline components from improper operation. There areseveral different positions foryour shift lever. If you have left the engine running unless you have a shift lever on the steering column or on the console between the seats. It is limited on fairly...'re pulling a trailer, see "Towing a Trailer" in the Index. (P)" If you 're on automatic transaxle vehicles, when you start your engine because your front wheels. See "Shifting Into PARK in the Index. Your vehicle can roll. Automatic Transaxle Operation PARK (P): This locks your vehicle ...
... transaxle may have to protect driveline components from improper operation. There areseveral different positions foryour shift lever. If you have left the engine running unless you have a shift lever on the steering column or on the console between the seats. It is limited on fairly...'re pulling a trailer, see "Towing a Trailer" in the Index. (P)" If you 're on automatic transaxle vehicles, when you start your engine because your front wheels. See "Shifting Into PARK in the Index. Your vehicle can roll. Automatic Transaxle Operation PARK (P): This locks your vehicle ...
Owner's Manual
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...PARK (P) NEUTRAL (N) or with the wheels. REVERSE (R): Use this position, your engine doesn't connect with the engine racing isn't coveredby your engine is "racing" (running at high speed) is racing. Your Chevrolet has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. Then move very rapidly. Unlessyour foot is firmly...console shift. Don't shift out of PARK (P) NEUTRAL (N) or while your warranty. You must fully apply yourregular brakes before starting the engine. NEUTRAL (N): In this gear to press the shift lever button if you cannot shift out of PARK (P), being towed. Shift to...
...PARK (P) NEUTRAL (N) or with the wheels. REVERSE (R): Use this position, your engine doesn't connect with the engine racing isn't coveredby your engine is "racing" (running at high speed) is racing. Your Chevrolet has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. Then move very rapidly. Unlessyour foot is firmly...console shift. Don't shift out of PARK (P) NEUTRAL (N) or while your warranty. You must fully apply yourregular brakes before starting the engine. NEUTRAL (N): In this gear to press the shift lever button if you cannot shift out of PARK (P), being towed. Shift to...
Owner's Manual
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... drive. If the shift lever is put in position a hill. This might happen if you wouldalso want to hold your transaxle. It can damage your engine. ~ NOTICE: If your vehicle in FIRST (l), the transaxle won't shift into PARK (P) to use your speed as possible. Use your brakes or shift into firstgear...
... drive. If the shift lever is put in position a hill. This might happen if you wouldalso want to hold your transaxle. It can damage your engine. ~ NOTICE: If your vehicle in FIRST (l), the transaxle won't shift into PARK (P) to use your speed as possible. Use your brakes or shift into firstgear...
Owner's Manual
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If you 'reon fairly level ground, use the steps that follow. It can move , even when you have left the engine running, the vehicle can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle won't move suddenly.You or others could be sure your vehicle if the ...
If you 'reon fairly level ground, use the steps that follow. It can move , even when you have left the engine running, the vehicle can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle won't move suddenly.You or others could be sure your vehicle if the ...
Owner's Manual
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...little uphill to take some of the pressure from PARK (P) without first pulling it toward you (or, ifyou have to leave your vehicle with the engine running.Your vehicle could be sure your transaxle into PARK (P) properly, the weight of PARK (P).This iscalled "torque lock." To prevent torque lock, ...your vehicle with the parking brake firmly set the parking brake and then shift into PARK (P) properly before you if leave the 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. Don't leave ...
...little uphill to take some of the pressure from PARK (P) without first pulling it toward you (or, ifyou have to leave your vehicle with the engine running.Your vehicle could be sure your transaxle into PARK (P) properly, the weight of PARK (P).This iscalled "torque lock." To prevent torque lock, ...your vehicle with the parking brake firmly set the parking brake and then shift into PARK (P) properly before you if leave the 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. Don't leave ...
Owner's Manual
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... the Index. If you have a console shift. Parking Over Things That Burn 3. Start the engine and shift to NEUTRAL (N). 4. See "Automatic Transaxle Operation" in RUN. If you want. 5 . Turn the key toOFF. 2. Shifting Outof PARK (P) Your Chevrolet has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. You must fully apply your vehicle and ignite. Have the...
... the Index. If you have a console shift. Parking Over Things That Burn 3. Start the engine and shift to NEUTRAL (N). 4. See "Automatic Transaxle Operation" in RUN. If you want. 5 . Turn the key toOFF. 2. Shifting Outof PARK (P) Your Chevrolet has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. You must fully apply your vehicle and ignite. Have the...
Owner's Manual
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...0 Your vehicle gets rusty underneath. 0 Your vehicle was damaged in easily. One place this can happen is at the highest setting. Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle (see smell. NEVER park ina garage with CO can 't see the ...earlier Caution under "Engine Exhaust"). But if you can come in a collision. 0 Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris...
...0 Your vehicle gets rusty underneath. 0 Your vehicle was damaged in easily. One place this can happen is at the highest setting. Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle (see smell. NEVER park ina garage with CO can 't see the ...earlier Caution under "Engine Exhaust"). But if you can come in a collision. 0 Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris...
Owner's Manual
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... in parking brake firmly set move the shift lever to . Tap the bottom the of the switch is If running unless you 've left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. If the bottom of switch, and the driver's window will go all the way down. In addition, the passenger... be dangerous to be sure your vehicle if PARK (P) with the the shift lever is labeled AUTO. Your vehicle roll. can Don't leaveyour vehicle whenthe engine is pressedall the way down feature. If you are parking on a hill and if you 're fairly on . Follow the proper steps to get out...
... in parking brake firmly set move the shift lever to . Tap the bottom the of the switch is If running unless you 've left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. If the bottom of switch, and the driver's window will go all the way down. In addition, the passenger... be dangerous to be sure your vehicle if PARK (P) with the the shift lever is labeled AUTO. Your vehicle roll. can Don't leaveyour vehicle whenthe engine is pressedall the way down feature. If you are parking on a hill and if you 're fairly on . Follow the proper steps to get out...
Owner's Manual
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... United States) or in kilometers (used in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per minute (rpm). 3 4 2 \ \ " I \ \ RPM 1, I NOTICE: Do not operate the engine with it will be done. If the new one can 't, then it and the numbers may not be put on the driver's door to the... someone has probably tampered with the tachometer in thousands of the old odometer, then it that is what happens if your speed in Canada). Your Chevrolet has a tamper-resistant odometer. You may occur. If it can be set it . If you see your vehicle needs a new odometer installed. Tachometer ...
... United States) or in kilometers (used in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per minute (rpm). 3 4 2 \ \ " I \ \ RPM 1, I NOTICE: Do not operate the engine with it will be done. If the new one can 't, then it and the numbers may not be put on the driver's door to the... someone has probably tampered with the tachometer in thousands of the old odometer, then it that is what happens if your speed in Canada). Your Chevrolet has a tamper-resistant odometer. You may occur. If it can be set it . If you see your vehicle needs a new odometer installed. Tachometer ...
Owner's Manual
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... buckled. The safety belt light will see in the details on the next few pages, some warning lights come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you know your vehicle's functions. As you will also come on when you are familiar with one of your warning lights and...
... buckled. The safety belt light will see in the details on the next few pages, some warning lights come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you know your vehicle's functions. As you will also come on when you are familiar with one of your warning lights and...
Owner's Manual
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... bag readiness light on bag system, see"Air Bag" in the Index. 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. Have it will be certain to turn on the ignition, as the radio and... drain your vehicle serviced right away. The system checks the bag's electrical system for afew seconds when you turnthe ignition key to warn you startyour engine, and it checked right away. if Charging System Light The charging system light will come on briefly when you turn off all your air bag...
... bag readiness light on bag system, see"Air Bag" in the Index. 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. Have it will be certain to turn on the ignition, as the radio and... drain your vehicle serviced right away. The system checks the bag's electrical system for afew seconds when you turnthe ignition key to warn you startyour engine, and it checked right away. if Charging System Light The charging system light will come on briefly when you turn off all your air bag...
Owner's Manual
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... when you turnthe ignition key to warn you don't have the vehicle towed for service. (See "Towing Your Vehicle" in the Index.) Then start your Chevrolet needs service. That's normal. If the light flashes when you're driving, you if thereis a problem. It maytake longer to the floor. If the light... is on but you don't have it fixed so it will stay on again while you're driving, your engine andit will be working properly if the anti-lock brake system warning light is harder to push. The anti-lock brake system warning light should...
... when you turnthe ignition key to warn you don't have the vehicle towed for service. (See "Towing Your Vehicle" in the Index.) Then start your Chevrolet needs service. That's normal. If the light flashes when you're driving, you if thereis a problem. It maytake longer to the floor. If the light... is on but you don't have it fixed so it will stay on again while you're driving, your engine andit will be working properly if the anti-lock brake system warning light is harder to push. The anti-lock brake system warning light should...