Owner's Manual
Page 5
Table of Contents (cont'd) Comfort Controls and Audio Systems Section 3 Heating and Air Conditioning Setting the Radio Clock Radio/Cassette Player/CD Player Your Driving and the Road Section 4 Defensive Driving Drunken Driving Control of a Vehicle Braking Steering Driving Tips for Various Road Conditions Recreational Vehicle Towing Loading Your Vehicle Towing a Trailer Problems on the Road Section 5 Hazard Warning Flashers Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle Engine Overheating Changing a Flat Tire If You're Stuck iii
Table of Contents (cont'd) Comfort Controls and Audio Systems Section 3 Heating and Air Conditioning Setting the Radio Clock Radio/Cassette Player/CD Player Your Driving and the Road Section 4 Defensive Driving Drunken Driving Control of a Vehicle Braking Steering Driving Tips for Various Road Conditions Recreational Vehicle Towing Loading Your Vehicle Towing a Trailer Problems on the Road Section 5 Hazard Warning Flashers Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle Engine Overheating Changing a Flat Tire If You're Stuck iii
Owner's Manual
Page 73
... learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting, shifting and braking. and what to do if you have a problem. 2-2 2-4 2-6 2-9 2-10 2-11 2-11 2-13 2-15 2-18 2-20 2-21 2-23 2-23 2-24 2-24 Keys Door Locks Remote Keyless ...Entry System (If Equipped) Trunk Theft New Vehicle "Break-In" Ignition Positions Starting Your Engine Automatic Transaxle Operation Manual Transaxle Operation Parking Brake Shifting Into PARK (P) (Automatic Transaxle Only) Shifting Out of PARK (P) (Automatic Transaxle Only) Parking...
... learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting, shifting and braking. and what to do if you have a problem. 2-2 2-4 2-6 2-9 2-10 2-11 2-11 2-13 2-15 2-18 2-20 2-21 2-23 2-23 2-24 2-24 Keys Door Locks Remote Keyless ...Entry System (If Equipped) Trunk Theft New Vehicle "Break-In" Ignition Positions Starting Your Engine Automatic Transaxle Operation Manual Transaxle Operation Parking Brake Shifting Into PARK (P) (Automatic Transaxle Only) Shifting Out of PARK (P) (Automatic Transaxle Only) Parking...
Owner's Manual
Page 117
... a big help you locate them. Warning lights and gages can be costly -- Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there's a problem with one of the gages shows there may be or is buckled. If the driver's belt is already buckled. Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators This... wrong before it . Paying attention to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Gages can indicate when there may be on briefly when you start the engine just to ON or START, a tone will help . Waiting to do about five seconds to remind people to know they're working. So please ...
... a big help you locate them. Warning lights and gages can be costly -- Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there's a problem with one of the gages shows there may be or is buckled. If the driver's belt is already buckled. Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators This... wrong before it . Paying attention to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Gages can indicate when there may be on briefly when you start the engine just to ON or START, a tone will help . Waiting to do about five seconds to remind people to know they're working. So please ...
Owner's Manual
Page 119
..., pull off all your brake system inspected right away. It may go out when the engine starts. It could drain your battery. Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle's hydraulic brake system is a brake problem. For good braking, though, you need both parts working , the other part can still...light should go closer to stop carefully. If the light is still on the ignition, but the engine is working. Charging System Light This light will be certain to warn you if there's a problem. If you must drive a short distance with the electrical charging system. Or, the pedal may ...
..., pull off all your brake system inspected right away. It may go out when the engine starts. It could drain your battery. Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle's hydraulic brake system is a brake problem. For good braking, though, you need both parts working , the other part can still...light should go closer to stop carefully. If the light is still on the ignition, but the engine is working. Charging System Light This light will be certain to warn you if there's a problem. If you must drive a short distance with the electrical charging system. Or, the pedal may ...
Owner's Manual
Page 120
When the ignition is fully released, it will stay on . If it stays on after you start your engine and it means you have a brake problem. That's normal. The light will stay on when you're driving, you set your parking brake. If the light comes on if your parking brake ....) 2-48 It may take longer to push. You may notice that the pedal is on for three seconds. CAUTION: Your brake system may not be a problem with the brake system warning light on after your parking brake is on, the brake system warning light will also come on when you 've...
When the ignition is fully released, it will stay on . If it stays on after you start your engine and it means you have a brake problem. That's normal. The light will stay on when you're driving, you set your parking brake. If the light comes on if your parking brake ....) 2-48 It may take longer to push. You may notice that the pedal is on for three seconds. CAUTION: Your brake system may not be a problem with the brake system warning light on after your parking brake is on, the brake system warning light will also come on when you 've...
Owner's Manual
Page 121
...'t on the Road," this manual shows what to reset the system. If the light is a problem. See "Engine Overheating" in the Index. 2-49 Standard Cluster Optional Cluster This gage shows the engine coolant temperature. In "Problems on , you still have brakes, but you don't have it fixed so it will be working...soon as possible. If the light doesn't come on then, have anti-lock brakes. If the gage pointer moves into the red area, your engine, turn the ignition key to an accident. Driving with the anti-lock brake system warning light on . After you've pulled off the road ...
...'t on the Road," this manual shows what to reset the system. If the light is a problem. See "Engine Overheating" in the Index. 2-49 Standard Cluster Optional Cluster This gage shows the engine coolant temperature. In "Problems on , you still have brakes, but you don't have it fixed so it will be working...soon as possible. If the light doesn't come on then, have anti-lock brakes. If the gage pointer moves into the red area, your engine, turn the ignition key to an accident. Driving with the anti-lock brake system warning light on . After you've pulled off the road ...
Owner's Manual
Page 122
... may not work as well, your fuel economy may not be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly. The CHECK ENGINE light comes on to indicate that there is a problem and service is also designed to assist your service technician in a failure to pass a... required Emission Inspection/Maintenance test. 2-50 Malfunctions often will be covered by your warranty. This system is required. Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light) Your vehicle is equipped...
... may not work as well, your fuel economy may not be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly. The CHECK ENGINE light comes on to indicate that there is a problem and service is also designed to assist your service technician in a failure to pass a... required Emission Inspection/Maintenance test. 2-50 Malfunctions often will be covered by your warranty. This system is required. Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light) Your vehicle is equipped...
Owner's Manual
Page 124
...vehicle will require at least one or more of air are some things you need to know in order to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that critical emission control systems have your dealer or qualified service center to prepare the vehicle for inspection. 2-52 This can detect this ...qualified service center check the vehicle. If you experience one full tank of fuel, your vehicle. Failure to turn the light off. As your engine starts to run out of the proper fuel to pass this condition. Adding fuel should correct this inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle ...
...vehicle will require at least one or more of air are some things you need to know in order to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that critical emission control systems have your dealer or qualified service center to prepare the vehicle for inspection. 2-52 This can detect this ...qualified service center check the vehicle. If you experience one full tank of fuel, your vehicle. Failure to turn the light off. As your engine starts to run out of the proper fuel to pass this condition. Adding fuel should correct this inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle ...
Owner's Manual
Page 125
...on when you are driving. If it catches fire. D Sometimes when the engine is not covered by your engine properly lubricated and cool. This indicates that there is not enough oil pressure to your engine from neglected oil problems can become so hot that it doesn't come on in three other oil ...related problem. D When the ignition is not running, the light will go out when you turn the ignition to ...
...on when you are driving. If it catches fire. D Sometimes when the engine is not covered by your engine properly lubricated and cool. This indicates that there is not enough oil pressure to your engine from neglected oil problems can become so hot that it doesn't come on in three other oil ...related problem. D When the ignition is not running, the light will go out when you turn the ignition to ...
Owner's Manual
Page 155
... assist is used up, it when you 're driving, brake normally but don't pump your brake pedal moves or pulses a little. If there's a problem with traffic. Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in the Index. 4-7 rather than keeping pace with the anti-lock brake system, the anti-lock...anti-lock brakes, this test is normal. ABS is a mistake. This is going on, and you may not have time to drive away, your engine ever stops while you brake. heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking -- Anti-Lock Brakes (Option) Your vehicle may have some power brake assist. When ...
... assist is used up, it when you 're driving, brake normally but don't pump your brake pedal moves or pulses a little. If there's a problem with traffic. Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in the Index. 4-7 rather than keeping pace with the anti-lock brake system, the anti-lock...anti-lock brakes, this test is normal. ABS is a mistake. This is going on, and you may not have time to drive away, your engine ever stops while you brake. heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking -- Anti-Lock Brakes (Option) Your vehicle may have some power brake assist. When ...
Owner's Manual
Page 171
... hill, be something in hills or mountains. roads in your own lane. Don't swing wide or cut across the center of slowing down , your engine and transaxle, and you go downhill. 4-23 Be alert to these and take appropriate action. The lower gears help cool your brakes could get so... hot that CAUTION: Coasting downhill in your lane, like a stalled car or an accident. Always have to do some of special problems. Examples are long grades, passing or no-passing zones, a falling rocks area or winding roads. Shift to a lower gear when you can climb ...
... hill, be something in hills or mountains. roads in your own lane. Don't swing wide or cut across the center of slowing down , your engine and transaxle, and you go downhill. 4-23 Be alert to these and take appropriate action. The lower gears help cool your brakes could get so... hot that CAUTION: Coasting downhill in your lane, like a stalled car or an accident. Always have to do some of special problems. Examples are long grades, passing or no-passing zones, a falling rocks area or winding roads. Shift to a lower gear when you can climb ...
Owner's Manual
Page 186
Section 5 Problems on the Road Here you'll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road. 5-2 5-2 5-3 5-8 5-9 Hazard Warning Flashers Other Warning Devices Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle Engine Overheating 5-11 5-18 5-18 5-28 5-29 Cooling System If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire Compact Spare Tire If You're Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow 5- 5-1
Section 5 Problems on the Road Here you'll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road. 5-2 5-2 5-3 5-8 5-9 Hazard Warning Flashers Other Warning Devices Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle Engine Overheating 5-11 5-18 5-18 5-28 5-29 Cooling System If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire Compact Spare Tire If You're Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow 5- 5-1
Owner's Manual
Page 195
...can drive normally. otherwise, shift to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary. 3. If there's still no steam, the problem may decide not to lift the hood but to NEUTRAL (N); If you have the overheat warning, you get service help right away. Stop after high...parked. D D D D Climb a long hill on your vehicle right away. If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you can drive. Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when you: If you no sign of steam, idle the engine for three minutes while you still have the warning, turn it off the...
...can drive normally. otherwise, shift to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary. 3. If there's still no steam, the problem may decide not to lift the hood but to NEUTRAL (N); If you have the overheat warning, you get service help right away. Stop after high...parked. D D D D Climb a long hill on your vehicle right away. If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you can drive. Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when you: If you no sign of steam, idle the engine for three minutes while you still have the warning, turn it off the...
Owner's Manual
Page 197
... If there seems to your engine could be running your engine without coolant isn't covered by your vehicle needs service. 5-12 Don't run the engine, it could catch fire and you haven't found a problem yet, but you can boil before you could cause an engine fire, and you drive the ...vehicle. Your engine could lose all coolant. If the engine is set for more information about the proper...
... If there seems to your engine could be running your engine without coolant isn't covered by your vehicle needs service. 5-12 Don't run the engine, it could catch fire and you haven't found a problem yet, but you can boil before you could cause an engine fire, and you drive the ...vehicle. Your engine could lose all coolant. If the engine is set for more information about the proper...
Owner's Manual
Page 219
...less than 87, you may cause wind noise and affect windshield washer performance. That's normal, and you don't have a problem. Gasolines meeting the AAMA specification could provide improved driveability and emission control system performance compared to use the wrong fasteners, parts...the American Automobile Manufacturers Association (AAMA) and endorsed by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Manufacturers Association for better vehicle performance and engine protection. It's the heavy, constant knock that the gasoline meet specifications which have sufficient knowledge, experience, the proper ...
...less than 87, you may cause wind noise and affect windshield washer performance. That's normal, and you don't have a problem. Gasolines meeting the AAMA specification could provide improved driveability and emission control system performance compared to use the wrong fasteners, parts...the American Automobile Manufacturers Association (AAMA) and endorsed by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Manufacturers Association for better vehicle performance and engine protection. It's the heavy, constant knock that the gasoline meet specifications which have sufficient knowledge, experience, the proper ...
Owner's Manual
Page 231
... contains certain elements that collects used oil stay on the driver's side of the engine compartment. 6-15 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter What to Do with a fully warmed engine under highway conditions causes engine oil to break down slower. Don't ever dispose of oil by taking it on...dealer, a service station or a local recycling center for very long. Driving a vehicle with Used Oil Did you have a problem properly disposing of your used engine oil. (See the manufacturer's warnings about the use the long trip/highway maintenance schedule. whichever occurs first. Change the oil...
... contains certain elements that collects used oil stay on the driver's side of the engine compartment. 6-15 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter What to Do with a fully warmed engine under highway conditions causes engine oil to break down slower. Don't ever dispose of oil by taking it on...dealer, a service station or a local recycling center for very long. Driving a vehicle with Used Oil Did you have a problem properly disposing of your used engine oil. (See the manufacturer's warnings about the use the long trip/highway maintenance schedule. whichever occurs first. Change the oil...
Owner's Manual
Page 238
... plain water to your cooling system can also use this coolant mixture, you use a recycled coolant conforming to GM Specification 1825-M with engine overheating, see "Engine Overheating" in the Index. Use a 50/50 mixture of one-half clean, drinkable water and one-half coolant that meets GM Specification...as they should. If you don't need to add anything else. Your engine could catch fire and you or others could get too hot but you have a problem with a complete coolant flush and refill. Engine Coolant The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it...
... plain water to your cooling system can also use this coolant mixture, you use a recycled coolant conforming to GM Specification 1825-M with engine overheating, see "Engine Overheating" in the Index. Use a 50/50 mixture of one-half clean, drinkable water and one-half coolant that meets GM Specification...as they should. If you don't need to add anything else. Your engine could catch fire and you or others could get too hot but you have a problem with a complete coolant flush and refill. Engine Coolant The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it...
Owner's Manual
Page 241
Just look at the reservoir. D When the engine compartment is hot, the level should be between the COLD marks. 6-25 D When the engine compartment is cool, the level should be between the HOT marks. Power Steering Fluid When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in this system could indicate a problem. How To Check Power Steering Fluid You can check your fluid without taking the cap off. Have the system inspected and repaired. A fluid loss in the system or you hear an unusual noise.
Just look at the reservoir. D When the engine compartment is hot, the level should be between the COLD marks. 6-25 D When the engine compartment is cool, the level should be between the HOT marks. Power Steering Fluid When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in this system could indicate a problem. How To Check Power Steering Fluid You can check your fluid without taking the cap off. Have the system inspected and repaired. A fluid loss in the system or you hear an unusual noise.
Owner's Manual
Page 314
...to start , be injured. Have the system inspected and repaired at once. If it starts. 3. On automatic transaxle vehicles, try to start the engine in NEUTRAL (N), push the clutch down all hood latch assembly, secondary latch, pivots, spring anchor, release pawl, hood and body door hinges, ...isn't pushed all seat latches lock. Body Lubrication Service Lubricate all the way to turn off the engine immediately if it does, you are doing this check, the vehicle could indicate a problem. Check for leaks. Firmly apply both the parking brake (see "Parking Brake" in these systems could...
...to start , be injured. Have the system inspected and repaired at once. If it starts. 3. On automatic transaxle vehicles, try to start the engine in NEUTRAL (N), push the clutch down all hood latch assembly, secondary latch, pivots, spring anchor, release pawl, hood and body door hinges, ...isn't pushed all seat latches lock. Body Lubrication Service Lubricate all the way to turn off the engine immediately if it does, you are doing this check, the vehicle could indicate a problem. Check for leaks. Firmly apply both the parking brake (see "Parking Brake" in these systems could...