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... how to do if you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated engine, etc. page Index Here's an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual. It also explains the "air bag" system. 0 1998 Chevrolet Lumina Owner's Manual The 1-1 2-1 3- 1 4- 1 5- 1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to use...
... how to do if you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated engine, etc. page Index Here's an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual. It also explains the "air bag" system. 0 1998 Chevrolet Lumina Owner's Manual The 1-1 2-1 3- 1 4- 1 5- 1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to use...
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..., the anti-lock brake system active light will come on then, haveit fixed so it will be there totell you that your engine coolant has overheated or your radiator cooling fan@) are not working. Slippery road conditions may if this manual shows what to do. If the light doesn't come on.... Engine Coolant Temperature Light LOW TRAC HOT This light tells you when the system active. See "Engine Overheating"in the Index. 2-55 The anti-lock brake system active light also comes on briefly when you should pull off In "Problems on the Road...
..., the anti-lock brake system active light will come on then, haveit fixed so it will be there totell you that your engine coolant has overheated or your radiator cooling fan@) are not working. Slippery road conditions may if this manual shows what to do. If the light doesn't come on.... Engine Coolant Temperature Light LOW TRAC HOT This light tells you when the system active. See "Engine Overheating"in the Index. 2-55 The anti-lock brake system active light also comes on briefly when you should pull off In "Problems on the Road...
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Engine Coolant Temperature Gage You have a gage that your engine coolant has overheated. In "Problems on coolant LOW engine the and may overheat. See "Engine Coolant" in the Index. have your vehicle serviced ksoon as you should pull ... Light If this light comes on, your engine is equipped with a computer which monitors operationof the fuel, ignition and emission control systems. 2-56 See "Engine Overheating" in the Index and have been operating your vehicle and turnoff the engine as soon as warning light. the the If you It means that...
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage You have a gage that your engine coolant has overheated. In "Problems on coolant LOW engine the and may overheat. See "Engine Coolant" in the Index. have your vehicle serviced ksoon as you should pull ... Light If this light comes on, your engine is equipped with a computer which monitors operationof the fuel, ignition and emission control systems. 2-56 See "Engine Overheating" in the Index and have been operating your vehicle and turnoff the engine as soon as warning light. the the If you It means that...
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...that so they not. Thrn Signals When Towinga Trailer When you are seeing your instrument panel will flash turns even if the bulbs on your Chevrolet dealer. Driving On Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear you start before down along or steep downgrade.If you 're about ...to turn signal flasherandor extra wiring. possibility of engine and transaxle overheating. Avoid making very sharp turns while trailering. Properly hooked up, the trailer lamps will flash whenever you might have to use your speed to ...
...that so they not. Thrn Signals When Towinga Trailer When you are seeing your instrument panel will flash turns even if the bulbs on your Chevrolet dealer. Driving On Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear you start before down along or steep downgrade.If you 're about ...to turn signal flasherandor extra wiring. possibility of engine and transaxle overheating. Avoid making very sharp turns while trailering. Properly hooked up, the trailer lamps will flash whenever you might have to use your speed to ...
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... your regular brakes and hold the pedal down Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing Your cooling system may temporarily overheat during severe operating conditions.See "Engine Overheating" in this . See the Maintenance Schedule more for on this manual, and the Index will need service more often when you : Start your engine; 4-36...
... your regular brakes and hold the pedal down Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing Your cooling system may temporarily overheat during severe operating conditions.See "Engine Overheating" in this . See the Maintenance Schedule more for on this manual, and the Index will need service more often when you : Start your engine; 4-36...
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0 Section 5 Problems on the Road Here you'll find what to do about some problems that can occuron the road. 5-2 5-3 5-8 5-14 5-17 Hazard Warning Flashers Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle Engine Overheating Cooling System 5-26 5-26 5-38 5-39 If a TireGoes Flat Changing a Flat Tire Compact Spare Tire If You're Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow 5-1
0 Section 5 Problems on the Road Here you'll find what to do about some problems that can occuron the road. 5-2 5-3 5-8 5-14 5-17 Hazard Warning Flashers Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle Engine Overheating Cooling System 5-26 5-26 5-38 5-39 If a TireGoes Flat Changing a Flat Tire Compact Spare Tire If You're Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow 5-1
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Engine Overheating I NOTICE: I After driving in the overheated engine protection operating made, to Change" in the Index. 5-14 See "Engine Oil, When to ,avuid engine damas%allow the engineto cool before attempting any repair. The engine oil win be severely degradedc Repair the muse o€coolant loss and change the otl.
Engine Overheating I NOTICE: I After driving in the overheated engine protection operating made, to Change" in the Index. 5-14 See "Engine Oil, When to ,avuid engine damas%allow the engineto cool before attempting any repair. The engine oil win be severely degradedc Repair the muse o€coolant loss and change the otl.
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... driving when your vehicle has the 3100 engine, see or hear steam from thevehicle until there is RO sign of the vehicle u t l the engine is overheated, ie the liquids in theIndex. 5-15 The costly repairs would not be badly burned. If your engine is cool. Just turn it off and get... steam or coolant beforeyou open the if coming from the engine you hood. Stop your warranty. If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine Steam froman overheated engine can burn you see "Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode" in it can be badly damaged.
... driving when your vehicle has the 3100 engine, see or hear steam from thevehicle until there is RO sign of the vehicle u t l the engine is overheated, ie the liquids in theIndex. 5-15 The costly repairs would not be badly burned. If your engine is cool. Just turn it off and get... steam or coolant beforeyou open the if coming from the engine you hood. Stop your warranty. If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine Steam froman overheated engine can burn you see "Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode" in it can be badly damaged.
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... day. speed and open the window as necessary. vehicle right away. You may not be for two or three minutes while you're parked, see "Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode" listed previously in traffic. If you no longer have the if warning, turn offthe engine and get everyone out o f the vehicle...
... day. speed and open the window as necessary. vehicle right away. You may not be for two or three minutes while you're parked, see "Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode" listed previously in traffic. If you no longer have the if warning, turn offthe engine and get everyone out o f the vehicle...
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... isn't at the COLD mark, add a 50/50 mixture of clean water and DEX-COOL' ~oolant. the If engine is a leak. See "Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode" in the Indexfor more information.) I you do, you could cause an engine fire,and you can be burned. Plain water, ... be very hot. If there seems to be burned. If you drive thevehicle. Get any leak fixed before you run theengine if there is overheating, both fans should be burned. I NOTICE: Engine damageif you keep running your engine without coolantisn't covered by your vehicle needs service. That could...
... isn't at the COLD mark, add a 50/50 mixture of clean water and DEX-COOL' ~oolant. the If engine is a leak. See "Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode" in the Indexfor more information.) I you do, you could cause an engine fire,and you can be burned. Plain water, ... be very hot. If there seems to be burned. If you drive thevehicle. Get any leak fixed before you run theengine if there is overheating, both fans should be burned. I NOTICE: Engine damageif you keep running your engine without coolantisn't covered by your vehicle needs service. That could...
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... "F (129 "C). Pull out the dipstick. 2. I will: We recommend you need to add coolant your radiator, see "Engine Overheating" inthe Index. Let the warning lights and gages work as described under "How to engine overheating or you use . See "Recommended Fluids and Lubricants" the Index. When the correct fluid level obtained, pushthe is...
... "F (129 "C). Pull out the dipstick. 2. I will: We recommend you need to add coolant your radiator, see "Engine Overheating" inthe Index. Let the warning lights and gages work as described under "How to engine overheating or you use . See "Recommended Fluids and Lubricants" the Index. When the correct fluid level obtained, pushthe is...
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... andburn you will burn if the engine parts are hot a enough. If the coolant recovery tank completely empty, add is coolant tothe radiator. (See "Engine Overheating" in the Index.) -- -- 'A CAUTION: - - With thecoolant recoverytank, you badly. at the coolant recovery tank, but be burned if you 're low on engine coolant. A CAUTION...
... andburn you will burn if the engine parts are hot a enough. If the coolant recovery tank completely empty, add is coolant tothe radiator. (See "Engine Overheating" in the Index.) -- -- 'A CAUTION: - - With thecoolant recoverytank, you badly. at the coolant recovery tank, but be burned if you 're low on engine coolant. A CAUTION...
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... a leakin the system or is reaches a preset temperature. thermostat stops the The It is not necessary to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating. is controlled by a thermostat in this system A could indicate a problem. Have system inspected the When you hear an unusual noise.
... a leakin the system or is reaches a preset temperature. thermostat stops the The It is not necessary to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating. is controlled by a thermostat in this system A could indicate a problem. Have system inspected the When you hear an unusual noise.
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... assembly down the toward the glass to maintain the recommended pressure. Keep tires at the recommended pressure. 0 Worn, old tires can cause overheating as overloaded tires. For wiper blade replacement length and type, also see your tire warranty and where to be checked when your tires have... questions about your Chevrolet Warranty booklet details. Tires Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a sudden impact such as when you hit a pothole....
... assembly down the toward the glass to maintain the recommended pressure. Keep tires at the recommended pressure. 0 Worn, old tires can cause overheating as overloaded tires. For wiper blade replacement length and type, also see your tire warranty and where to be checked when your tires have... questions about your Chevrolet Warranty booklet details. Tires Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a sudden impact such as when you hit a pothole....
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.... 6.56 6.10.6.11 Engine Coolant ...6-22 2-17 Coolant Heater ...CoolantLevelCheck ...7-13 ...2-56 Coolant Temperature Gage Coolant Temperature Light ...2-55 2-27 Exhaust ...Identification ...6-56 OilLevelCheck ...7-13 Overheating ...5-14 2-27 Running While Parked ...6-65 Specifications ...Starting Your ...2.14.2.15 .. Engine Oil ...6-17 6-52 Finishcare ...Finish Damage ...6-54 First Gear.
.... 6.56 6.10.6.11 Engine Coolant ...6-22 2-17 Coolant Heater ...CoolantLevelCheck ...7-13 ...2-56 Coolant Temperature Gage Coolant Temperature Light ...2-55 2-27 Exhaust ...Identification ...6-56 OilLevelCheck ...7-13 Overheating ...5-14 2-27 Running While Parked ...6-65 Specifications ...Starting Your ...2.14.2.15 .. Engine Oil ...6-17 6-52 Finishcare ...Finish Damage ...6-54 First Gear.
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... Over Things That Burn ...2-26 WithaTrailer ...4-36 Parking On Hills. Convenience ...2-41 Neutral. Mountain Roads ...4-22 Multifunction Lever ...2-30 N e t . Automatic Transaxle ...2-20 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode ...5-14 Overheating Engine ...5- 14 8- 12 Owner Publications. Trip ...2-50 4- 12 Off-Road Recovery ...Oil. Chemical ...6-54 Park Automatic Transaxle ...2- 18 Shifting Into ...2-23 Shifting Out...
... Over Things That Burn ...2-26 WithaTrailer ...4-36 Parking On Hills. Convenience ...2-41 Neutral. Mountain Roads ...4-22 Multifunction Lever ...2-30 N e t . Automatic Transaxle ...2-20 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode ...5-14 Overheating Engine ...5- 14 8- 12 Owner Publications. Trip ...2-50 4- 12 Off-Road Recovery ...Oil. Chemical ...6-54 Park Automatic Transaxle ...2- 18 Shifting Into ...2-23 Shifting Out...