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Comfort Controls and Audio Systems This section tellsyou how to start and operate your audio system. 0 1998 Chevrolet Tracker Owner's Manual The 1-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how use your vehicle running properly and looking good. to bag 2-1 3-1 ... Your Driving and the Road Here you'll find of You something you have a problem while driving, such as a tire or overheated engine, etc. Customer Assistance Information This section tellsyou how to contact Chevrolet for assistance how to use it to quickly find helpful information and tips about the ...
Comfort Controls and Audio Systems This section tellsyou how to start and operate your audio system. 0 1998 Chevrolet Tracker Owner's Manual The 1-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how use your vehicle running properly and looking good. to bag 2-1 3-1 ... Your Driving and the Road Here you'll find of You something you have a problem while driving, such as a tire or overheated engine, etc. Customer Assistance Information This section tellsyou how to contact Chevrolet for assistance how to use it to quickly find helpful information and tips about the ...
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Also explained are the instrument panelthe warning systems that tell you have a problem. Keys Door Locks Tailgate Theft New Vehicle "Break-In" Ignition Positions Starting Your Engine Automatic Transmission Operation Manual Transmission Operation Four-wheel Drive (If Equipped) Parking Brake Shifting Into ...27 2-27 2-29 2-29 2-30 2-37 2-37 2-38 2-39 2-40 2-40 2-4 1 2-54 2-56 2-58 Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine While You're Parked (Automatic Transmission) Windows Horn Turn SignaYMultifunction Lever Exterior Lamps Interior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter...
Also explained are the instrument panelthe warning systems that tell you have a problem. Keys Door Locks Tailgate Theft New Vehicle "Break-In" Ignition Positions Starting Your Engine Automatic Transmission Operation Manual Transmission Operation Four-wheel Drive (If Equipped) Parking Brake Shifting Into ...27 2-27 2-29 2-29 2-30 2-37 2-37 2-38 2-39 2-40 2-40 2-4 1 2-54 2-56 2-58 Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine While You're Parked (Automatic Transmission) Windows Horn Turn SignaYMultifunction Lever Exterior Lamps Interior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter...
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and even be a problem, check the section that tells you it. Paying attention to your vehicle. Warning lights come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you are driving, or when one of the warning lightscomes on and stays on when you should not be or is ...As will helpyou locate them. When one of your warning lights and gages. So please getto know they're working. If the driver's belt is a problem withone of the gages shows there may be dangerous. you know your vehicle's functions. what to do repairs can costly -- Warning Lights, Gages and ...
and even be a problem, check the section that tells you it. Paying attention to your vehicle. Warning lights come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you are driving, or when one of the warning lightscomes on and stays on when you should not be or is ...As will helpyou locate them. When one of your warning lights and gages. So please getto know they're working. If the driver's belt is a problem withone of the gages shows there may be dangerous. you know your vehicle's functions. what to do repairs can costly -- Warning Lights, Gages and ...
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... it will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition, but the engine is on when you if there is a problem. 2-59 If the the light doesn't comeon then, have a problem with this light is not running, as and air conditioner. Driving while this light be so ready to warn you...off all your battery. The system checks the air bag's electrical system malfunctions. Have it should goout when the engine starts. Have your air bag are driving, you if there is an electrical problem. The light for a few seconds. If the light stays on or comes on , certain to show you must...
... it will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition, but the engine is on when you if there is a problem. 2-59 If the the light doesn't comeon then, have a problem with this light is not running, as and air conditioner. Driving while this light be so ready to warn you...off all your battery. The system checks the air bag's electrical system malfunctions. Have it should goout when the engine starts. Have your air bag are driving, you if there is an electrical problem. The light for a few seconds. If the light stays on or comes on , certain to show you must...
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..., you still have brakes, but you don't have anti-lock brakes and there could be a problem with the anti-lock brake system warning light flashing can lead to push. That's normal. Then the engine again to reset start your engine and it will stay on longer than normal after you've started your... it fixed it will be working properly if the anti-lock brake system warning light is may go closer to warn you if there isa problem. If the light still stays or comeson again on then, have the vehicle towed for three seconds. Pull the road and stop . Have the vehicle...
..., you still have brakes, but you don't have anti-lock brakes and there could be a problem with the anti-lock brake system warning light flashing can lead to push. That's normal. Then the engine again to reset start your engine and it will stay on longer than normal after you've started your... it fixed it will be working properly if the anti-lock brake system warning light is may go closer to warn you if there isa problem. If the light still stays or comeson again on then, have the vehicle towed for three seconds. Pull the road and stop . Have the vehicle...
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... Gage This gage shows the engine coolant temperature. the It means that your engine coolant has overheated and you should stop your driving accordingly. Slippery road conditions may exist if this light comes on the Road" section this manual of shows what to the ON. The "Problems on , so adjust your ...vehicle and off the engine turn ignition key to do. "Engine Overheating'' in See the Index. If the gage pointer moves to the H (red) side, your anti-lock...
... Gage This gage shows the engine coolant temperature. the It means that your engine coolant has overheated and you should stop your driving accordingly. Slippery road conditions may exist if this light comes on the Road" section this manual of shows what to the ON. The "Problems on , so adjust your ...vehicle and off the engine turn ignition key to do. "Engine Overheating'' in See the Index. If the gage pointer moves to the H (red) side, your anti-lock...
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...could lead to costly repairs that may be required. life of two ways: comes on to indicate that there is a problem and service is required. The SERVICE ENGINE SOON light of the vehicle, helping to produce a cleaner This light will be covered by the 0 Light Flashing -- ...Light On Steady -- If thelight doesn't comeon, have it repaired. This may may not run as smoothly. Malfunction Indicator Lamp Light) (Service Engine Soon NOTICE: If you keep driving your vehicle with a computer which monitors operationof the fuel, ignition and emission control systems. This system is...
...could lead to costly repairs that may be required. life of two ways: comes on to indicate that there is a problem and service is required. The SERVICE ENGINE SOON light of the vehicle, helping to produce a cleaner This light will be covered by the 0 Light Flashing -- ...Light On Steady -- If thelight doesn't comeon, have it repaired. This may may not run as smoothly. Malfunction Indicator Lamp Light) (Service Engine Soon NOTICE: If you keep driving your vehicle with a computer which monitors operationof the fuel, ignition and emission control systems. This system is...
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..., misfiring, hesitation on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration. (These conditions may go away once engine is light may blink on . Oil Pressure Light If you have a problem withfuse or the bulb. The engine could also come in the Index). on e When the ignitionis on but the... engine is your vehicle with quality (see fuel "Fuel" in three other related oil problem. e Sometimes when the engine idling at leastone h l l ...
..., misfiring, hesitation on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration. (These conditions may go away once engine is light may blink on . Oil Pressure Light If you have a problem withfuse or the bulb. The engine could also come in the Index). on e When the ignitionis on but the... engine is your vehicle with quality (see fuel "Fuel" in three other related oil problem. e Sometimes when the engine idling at leastone h l l ...
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... to POWER (P)with the ignition switch in the ON position. Overdrive Off Light (If Equipped) This light comes on as possible and have your engine from neglected oil problems can become so hot that it catches fire. POWER I NOTICE: Damage to the three-speed mode and the overdrive is not coveredby your...
... to POWER (P)with the ignition switch in the ON position. Overdrive Off Light (If Equipped) This light comes on as possible and have your engine from neglected oil problems can become so hot that it catches fire. POWER I NOTICE: Damage to the three-speed mode and the overdrive is not coveredby your...
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heavy acceleration followed heavy by Your vehicle may not have anti-lock brakes (ABS). normally but don't pump your engine stops, you brake. Once power assist is a This an advanced electronic braking system that your brake pedal moves or pulseslittle. That means the instrument panel ... mistake. Your brakes may have time to push. If you 're driving, brake start your engine, or when you begin to drive used up, it when you willstill have some power brake assist. a If there's a problem with the anti-lock brake system, the anti-lock brake system warning light will stay on...
heavy acceleration followed heavy by Your vehicle may not have anti-lock brakes (ABS). normally but don't pump your engine stops, you brake. Once power assist is a This an advanced electronic braking system that your brake pedal moves or pulseslittle. That means the instrument panel ... mistake. Your brakes may have time to push. If you 're driving, brake start your engine, or when you begin to drive used up, it when you willstill have some power brake assist. a If there's a problem with the anti-lock brake system, the anti-lock brake system warning light will stay on...
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... Also, water deep can damage your passengers could lose you See "Driving Through Water" in Water Light rain causes no special off-road driving problems. But heavy rain can mean flash flooding, and flood waters demand extreme caution. it's only shallow water, it can still wash away the ground... from under water, you longer to engine. Stalling can also occur if you traction and roll the vehicle over. you drive through water, tailpipe is it slowly. A CAUTION: Driving through ...
... Also, water deep can damage your passengers could lose you See "Driving Through Water" in Water Light rain causes no special off-road driving problems. But heavy rain can mean flash flooding, and flood waters demand extreme caution. it's only shallow water, it can still wash away the ground... from under water, you longer to engine. Stalling can also occur if you traction and roll the vehicle over. you drive through water, tailpipe is it slowly. A CAUTION: Driving through ...
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... on two-lane roads in hills or mountains. Don't swing wide or cut across the centerof the road. Be alert to let your engine assist your engine and transmission, and you can work well. If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you're planning to visit there, here...thing to know is dangerous. These parts can climb the better. Stay in your vehicle in your brakes could crash. The most important of special problems. Examplesare long grades, passing or no-passing zones,a falling rocks area or winding roads. You would then have your enginerunning and your own lane...
... on two-lane roads in hills or mountains. Don't swing wide or cut across the centerof the road. Be alert to let your engine assist your engine and transmission, and you can work well. If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you're planning to visit there, here...thing to know is dangerous. These parts can climb the better. Stay in your vehicle in your brakes could crash. The most important of special problems. Examplesare long grades, passing or no-passing zones,a falling rocks area or winding roads. You would then have your enginerunning and your own lane...
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0 Section 5 5-2 5-2 5-3 5-7 5-12 Problems onthe Road Here you'll find what to about someproblems that can occur the road. do on Hazard Warning Flashers Other Warning Devices Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle Engine Overheating 5- 14 5-21 5-22 5-32 Cooling System If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire If You're Stuck: InSand, Mud, Ice or Snow 5-1
0 Section 5 5-2 5-2 5-3 5-7 5-12 Problems onthe Road Here you'll find what to about someproblems that can occur the road. do on Hazard Warning Flashers Other Warning Devices Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle Engine Overheating 5- 14 5-21 5-22 5-32 Cooling System If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire If You're Stuck: InSand, Mud, Ice or Snow 5-1
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If you keep driving when your engine is cool. Wait until there is no steam, the problem may not be badly damaged. If your engine catches because you keep fire driving with no coolant, yourvehicle can be too serious. If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you : a Climb ... theengine if you just open thehood. it You or others could be covered by your engine if it overheats, andget out of the vehicle until it . ~~ ~ ~~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~~~~~~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Steam froman overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you see or hear no signof steam or coolant ...
If you keep driving when your engine is cool. Wait until there is no steam, the problem may not be badly damaged. If your engine catches because you keep fire driving with no coolant, yourvehicle can be too serious. If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you : a Climb ... theengine if you just open thehood. it You or others could be covered by your engine if it overheats, andget out of the vehicle until it . ~~ ~ ~~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~~~~~~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Steam froman overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you see or hear no signof steam or coolant ...
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...or thewrong mixture, your warranty. I A AC ,U ION: How to the see if the electric engine cooling fanrunning. Get any leak fixed before theproper coolant mixturewill. NOTICE: Engine damage from running . Your vehicle's coolant warning systemis set for the proper coolant mixture. If fan... Plain water, or some other liquid likealcohol, can be burned. If you haven't found a problem yet, but the coolant level isn't at the coolant recovery tank. (See "Engine Coolant"in the Indexfor more information about the proper coolant mixture.) Heater and radiator hoses, and ...
...or thewrong mixture, your warranty. I A AC ,U ION: How to the see if the electric engine cooling fanrunning. Get any leak fixed before theproper coolant mixturewill. NOTICE: Engine damage from running . Your vehicle's coolant warning systemis set for the proper coolant mixture. If fan... Plain water, or some other liquid likealcohol, can be burned. If you haven't found a problem yet, but the coolant level isn't at the coolant recovery tank. (See "Engine Coolant"in the Indexfor more information about the proper coolant mixture.) Heater and radiator hoses, and ...
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...to t!- I Things you might add the outsideof your vehicle can to affect the airflow around it 's bad enough, can damage your engine. Check with your dealer before you attempt anyvehicle maintenance task. the octaneis is If less than 87, may cause wind noise This and... affect windshield washer performance. Improved gasoline specifications have a problem. to other fasteners. "English" and "metric" fasteners can be hurt. You could be easily confused. If it . It's the heavy, ...
...to t!- I Things you might add the outsideof your vehicle can to affect the airflow around it 's bad enough, can damage your engine. Check with your dealer before you attempt anyvehicle maintenance task. the octaneis is If less than 87, may cause wind noise This and... affect windshield washer performance. Improved gasoline specifications have a problem. to other fasteners. "English" and "metric" fasteners can be hurt. You could be easily confused. If it . It's the heavy, ...
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... disposal.Don't ever disposeof oil by taking it to a place that may be a real threat to oil break down slower. Operating the engine with soap and water, or a good hand cleaner. Change oil and every filter 7,500 miles (12 500 km) or 7.5 months --...cause youor others tobe burned. Don't let used If oil. Driving a vehicle witha fully warmed engine under highway conditions causes engine to the environment. you have a problem properly disposing your used engine (See oil. whichever occurs first. the manufacturer's warnings about the use the long triphighway maintenance ...
... disposal.Don't ever disposeof oil by taking it to a place that may be a real threat to oil break down slower. Operating the engine with soap and water, or a good hand cleaner. Change oil and every filter 7,500 miles (12 500 km) or 7.5 months --...cause youor others tobe burned. Don't let used If oil. Driving a vehicle witha fully warmed engine under highway conditions causes engine to the environment. you have a problem properly disposing your used engine (See oil. whichever occurs first. the manufacturer's warnings about the use the long triphighway maintenance ...
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...lubricant raise the level to to the bottom of water andthe proper coolant will: 0 Give freezing protection down to GM Specification 1825-M with engine overheating, see "Engine Overheating" in the Index. you use this mixture, don't need If you Use a 50/50 mixture of lubricant to use a ...recycled coolant conforming to -33°F (-36°C). If youhave a it problem with a complete coolant flush and refill. you to determine what kind of clean waterand...
...lubricant raise the level to to the bottom of water andthe proper coolant will: 0 Give freezing protection down to GM Specification 1825-M with engine overheating, see "Engine Overheating" in the Index. you use this mixture, don't need If you Use a 50/50 mixture of lubricant to use a ...recycled coolant conforming to -33°F (-36°C). If youhave a it problem with a complete coolant flush and refill. you to determine what kind of clean waterand...
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... your radiator pressure an AC@ cap, cap is leak in the system a or you hear an unusual noise.A fluid loss in the engine coolant system.The thermostat stops the flow of the reservoir clean, then unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick witha clean rag. Replace the... cap and completely tighten it. Thermostat Engine coolant temperature controlled bya thermostat is recommended. When you replace your thermostat, an AC' thermostat is in this system could indicatea problem. When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check...
... your radiator pressure an AC@ cap, cap is leak in the system a or you hear an unusual noise.A fluid loss in the engine coolant system.The thermostat stops the flow of the reservoir clean, then unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick witha clean rag. Replace the... cap and completely tighten it. Thermostat Engine coolant temperature controlled bya thermostat is recommended. When you replace your thermostat, an AC' thermostat is in this system could indicatea problem. When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check...
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... is the size you have a don't spare fuse,you replace a bad fuse with a new of your vehicle: the instrument panel fuse block and the engine compartment fuse block. Just pick some feature of the correct size. Instrument Panel Fuse Block This fuse box is under the leftside of fires caused... by electrical problems. Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are two fuse blocks in ...
... is the size you have a don't spare fuse,you replace a bad fuse with a new of your vehicle: the instrument panel fuse block and the engine compartment fuse block. Just pick some feature of the correct size. Instrument Panel Fuse Block This fuse box is under the leftside of fires caused... by electrical problems. Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are two fuse blocks in ...