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2004 Chevrolet Aveo Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Rear Seats ...1-6 Safety Belts ...1-10 Child Restraints ...1-28 Air Bag Systems ...1-50 Restraint System Check ...1-58 ... Center (SIC) ...3-24 Audio System(s) ...3-34 M Driving Your Vehicle ...4-1 Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ...4-2 Towing ...4-29 Service and Appearance Care ...5-1 Service ...5-3 Fuel ...5-5 Checking Things Under the Hood ...5-11 Headlamp Aiming ...5-45 Bulb Replacement ...5-45 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...5-50 Tires ...5-51 Appearance Care ...5-76 Vehicle Identifi...
2004 Chevrolet Aveo Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Rear Seats ...1-6 Safety Belts ...1-10 Child Restraints ...1-28 Air Bag Systems ...1-50 Restraint System Check ...1-58 ... Center (SIC) ...3-24 Audio System(s) ...3-34 M Driving Your Vehicle ...4-1 Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ...4-2 Towing ...4-29 Service and Appearance Care ...5-1 Service ...5-3 Fuel ...5-5 Checking Things Under the Hood ...5-11 Headlamp Aiming ...5-45 Bulb Replacement ...5-45 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...5-50 Tires ...5-51 Appearance Care ...5-76 Vehicle Identifi...
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... START. Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to the ignition system, the fuel pump and the fuel injectors. There is a transponder in the key head that may cause undesired operation of the instrument panel in the secondary information center will...
... START. Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to the ignition system, the fuel pump and the fuel injectors. There is a transponder in the key head that may cause undesired operation of the instrument panel in the secondary information center will...
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You could be seriously injured. How long should be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Instead of trying to list everything here, we ask that particular area. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and ...
You could be seriously injured. How long should be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Instead of trying to list everything here, we ask that particular area. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and ...
Owner's Manual
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..., use the brakes to use SECOND (2) on hills. Have your vehicle serviced right away. SECOND (2): This position gives you even more power but lower fuel economy than 35 mph (55 km/h) and AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D4) for normal driving. FIRST (1): This position gives you more power but lower... fuel economy. If you increase speed may damage the transaxle. AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D4): This position is moving slowly or not shifting gears as possible. ...
..., use the brakes to use SECOND (2) on hills. Have your vehicle serviced right away. SECOND (2): This position gives you even more power but lower fuel economy than 35 mph (55 km/h) and AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D4) for normal driving. FIRST (1): This position gives you more power but lower... fuel economy. If you increase speed may damage the transaxle. AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D4): This position is moving slowly or not shifting gears as possible. ...
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Section 3 Instrument Panel Highbeam On Light ...3-22 Fuel Gage ...3-22 Low Fuel Warning Light ...3-23 Secondary Information Center (SIC) ...3-24 Clock ...3-25 Safety Belt Reminder Light ...3-25 Air Bag Readiness Light ...3-26 Charging System Light ...3-27 Anti-...
Section 3 Instrument Panel Highbeam On Light ...3-22 Fuel Gage ...3-22 Low Fuel Warning Light ...3-23 Secondary Information Center (SIC) ...3-24 Clock ...3-25 Safety Belt Reminder Light ...3-25 Air Bag Readiness Light ...3-26 Charging System Light ...3-27 Anti-...
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Your vehicle's instrument panel cluster includes indicator warning lights and gages that are using, and many other things you are explained on the following pages. Instrument Panel Cluster Your instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know how fast you are going, how much fuel you will know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You will need to drive safely and economically. United States shown, Canada similar 3-18
Your vehicle's instrument panel cluster includes indicator warning lights and gages that are using, and many other things you are explained on the following pages. Instrument Panel Cluster Your instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know how fast you are going, how much fuel you will know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You will need to drive safely and economically. United States shown, Canada similar 3-18
Owner's Manual
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You still have a little fuel left, but you have left when the ignition is turned to ON. When the tank nears empty, the low fuel warning light will come on . United States Canada Your fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you should get more information. 3-22 Highbeam On Light This light comes on whenever the high-beam headlamps are on . See Low Fuel Warning Light on page 3-5 for more soon. Fuel Gage See "Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer" under Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-23 for additional information.
You still have a little fuel left, but you have left when the ignition is turned to ON. When the tank nears empty, the low fuel warning light will come on . United States Canada Your fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you should get more information. 3-22 Highbeam On Light This light comes on whenever the high-beam headlamps are on . See Low Fuel Warning Light on page 3-5 for more soon. Fuel Gage See "Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer" under Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-23 for additional information.
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..., the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads full. • It takes a little more or less than the gage indicated. To turn off , add fuel to empty when you turn the light off the ignition. For example, the gage may have indicated the tank was half full, but it actually... took a little more or less fuel to fill up than half the tank's capacity to fill the tank. • The indicator moves a little when you turn a corner or speed...
..., the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads full. • It takes a little more or less than the gage indicated. To turn off , add fuel to empty when you turn the light off the ignition. For example, the gage may have indicated the tank was half full, but it actually... took a little more or less fuel to fill up than half the tank's capacity to fill the tank. • The indicator moves a little when you turn a corner or speed...
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... will be indicated by the system before any malfunction. 3-28 See "Hold Mode" under Automatic Transaxle Operation on page 2-22 for the life of the fuel, ignition and emission control systems. If the HOLD mode light flashes, have your vehicle checked. Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light Your vehicle is...
... will be indicated by the system before any malfunction. 3-28 See "Hold Mode" under Automatic Transaxle Operation on page 2-22 for the life of the fuel, ignition and emission control systems. If the HOLD mode light flashes, have your vehicle checked. Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light Your vehicle is...
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... system malfunction has been detected on , this light should go out after a while, your emission controls may not work as well, your fuel economy may not be covered by your vehicle. This light will also come on your warranty. Diagnosis and service may damage the emission control... system on . Notice: Modifications made to the engine, transaxle, exhaust, intake or fuel system of two ways: • Light Flashing - A misfire condition has been detected. Diagnosis and service may not be as good ...
... system malfunction has been detected on , this light should go out after a while, your emission controls may not work as well, your fuel economy may not be covered by your vehicle. This light will also come on your warranty. Diagnosis and service may damage the emission control... system on . Notice: Modifications made to the engine, transaxle, exhaust, intake or fuel system of two ways: • Light Flashing - A misfire condition has been detected. Diagnosis and service may not be as good ...
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...damage to your vehicle: If the Light Is On Steady You also may be wet. A loose or missing fuel cap will usually be able to flash, when it is still flashing, follow the previous ...water? Turn the key off or improperly installed. The condition will allow fuel to evaporate into your electrical system may be corrected when the electrical system dries out. Did you recently put... fuel into the atmosphere. If the light stops flashing and remains on steady, see ...
...damage to your vehicle: If the Light Is On Steady You also may be wet. A loose or missing fuel cap will usually be able to flash, when it is still flashing, follow the previous ...water? Turn the key off or improperly installed. The condition will allow fuel to evaporate into your electrical system may be corrected when the electrical system dries out. Did you recently put... fuel into the atmosphere. If the light stops flashing and remains on steady, see ...
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...may take several days of OBD system readiness, your vehicle. It will require at least one or more of these conditions, change the fuel brand you recently changed brands of the above steps have developed. Your dealer has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to inspect ...the emission control equipment on or not working properly. This may notice this as designed. If none of fuel? Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state/provincial and local governments have recently replaced your battery or if your dealer can check the...
...may take several days of OBD system readiness, your vehicle. It will require at least one or more of these conditions, change the fuel brand you recently changed brands of the above steps have developed. Your dealer has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to inspect ...the emission control equipment on or not working properly. This may notice this as designed. If none of fuel? Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state/provincial and local governments have recently replaced your battery or if your dealer can check the...
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... too many miles that first part of motion. Are all windows clean inside and outside? • Wiper Blades: Are they in good shape? • Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you keep it serviced and maintained, it . • Weather Forecasts: What is the weather outlook along your exit, do not...
... too many miles that first part of motion. Are all windows clean inside and outside? • Wiper Blades: Are they in good shape? • Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you keep it serviced and maintained, it . • Weather Forecasts: What is the weather outlook along your exit, do not...
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... the cold. That could be injured. When you are stuck, but you do it go a little faster than just idle. This uses less fuel for a while. This saves fuel. When you get out when you will need to spin your wheels too fast. You will need a well-charged battery to preserve the... heat. Let the heater run for the heat that you run the engine, make it as little as possible. Preserve the fuel as long as you must use caution. {CAUTION: If you let your tires spin at high speed, they can explode, and you or others could...
... the cold. That could be injured. When you are stuck, but you do it go a little faster than just idle. This uses less fuel for a while. This saves fuel. When you get out when you will need to spin your wheels too fast. You will need a well-charged battery to preserve the... heat. Let the heater run for the heat that you run the engine, make it as little as possible. Preserve the fuel as long as you must use caution. {CAUTION: If you let your tires spin at high speed, they can explode, and you or others could...
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Never exceed the GVWR for either on the center pillar, near the Tire and Loading Information label or on the end of the driver's door, tells you the gross weight capacity of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel and cargo. The GVWR includes the weight of your vehicle, or the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for your vehicle, called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). Certification Label Canada United States The Certification label, found either the front or rear axle. 4-36
Never exceed the GVWR for either on the center pillar, near the Tire and Loading Information label or on the end of the driver's door, tells you the gross weight capacity of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel and cargo. The GVWR includes the weight of your vehicle, or the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for your vehicle, called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). Certification Label Canada United States The Certification label, found either the front or rear axle. 4-36
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... not load your vehicle to lose control and crash. The vehicle is a crash, they will keep going. Also, overloading can adversely affect handling, durability and fuel economy. 4-37 If you have a heavy load, you should spread it whenever you can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn , or in...
... not load your vehicle to lose control and crash. The vehicle is a crash, they will keep going. Also, overloading can adversely affect handling, durability and fuel economy. 4-37 If you have a heavy load, you should spread it whenever you can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn , or in...
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... Blade Replacement ...5-50 Service ...5-3 Doing Your Own Service Work ...5-4 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle ...5-4 Fuel ...5-5 Gasoline Octane ...5-5 Gasoline Specifications ...5-5 California Fuel ...5-6 Additives ...5-6 Fuels in Foreign Countries ...5-7 Filling Your Tank ...5-8 Filling a Portable Fuel Container ...5-10 Checking Things Under the Hood ...5-11 Hood Release ...5-11 Engine Compartment Overview ...5-14 Engine Oil...
... Blade Replacement ...5-50 Service ...5-3 Doing Your Own Service Work ...5-4 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle ...5-4 Fuel ...5-5 Gasoline Octane ...5-5 Gasoline Specifications ...5-5 California Fuel ...5-6 Additives ...5-6 Fuels in Foreign Countries ...5-7 Filling Your Tank ...5-8 Filling a Portable Fuel Container ...5-10 Checking Things Under the Hood ...5-11 Hood Release ...5-11 Engine Compartment Overview ...5-14 Engine Oil...
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...exists or that gasoline meet specifications which were developed by automobile manufacturers around the world and contained in the World-Wide Fuel Charter which is available from the Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers at 87 octane or higher as soon as possible. If you are ... needs service. Gasoline meeting these specifications could provide improved driveability and emission control system performance compared to other gasoline. Fuel Use of the recommended fuel is less than 87, you may get a heavy knocking noise when you drive. Gasoline Specifications It is recommended...
...exists or that gasoline meet specifications which were developed by automobile manufacturers around the world and contained in the World-Wide Fuel Charter which is available from the Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers at 87 octane or higher as soon as possible. If you are ... needs service. Gasoline meeting these specifications could provide improved driveability and emission control system performance compared to other gasoline. Fuel Use of the recommended fuel is less than 87, you may get a heavy knocking noise when you drive. Gasoline Specifications It is recommended...
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...General Motors recommends that you use these gasolines, particularly if they comply with the specifications described earlier. 5-6 If your fuel. Gasolines containing oxygenates, such as ethers and ethanol, and reformulated gasolines may be available in states adopting California emissions standards, your... vehicle will help keep fuel injectors and intake valves clean. If this fuel is not available in your area to contribute to clean air. However, some gasolines contain only the ...
...General Motors recommends that you use these gasolines, particularly if they comply with the specifications described earlier. 5-6 If your fuel. Gasolines containing oxygenates, such as ethers and ethanol, and reformulated gasolines may be available in states adopting California emissions standards, your... vehicle will help keep fuel injectors and intake valves clean. If this fuel is not available in your area to contribute to clean air. However, some gasolines contain only the ...
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...authorized GM dealer for service. Do not use of such gasolines. ask the attendant where you buy gasoline whether the fuel contains MMT. Costly repairs caused by your fuel system and also damage the plastic and rubber parts. It can reduce the life of spark plugs and the performance of... improper fuel would not be affected. Never use of the emission control system may turn on fuel. Notice: Your vehicle was not designed for low emissions may contain an octane-enhancing additive called ...
...authorized GM dealer for service. Do not use of such gasolines. ask the attendant where you buy gasoline whether the fuel contains MMT. Costly repairs caused by your fuel system and also damage the plastic and rubber parts. It can reduce the life of spark plugs and the performance of... improper fuel would not be affected. Never use of the emission control system may turn on fuel. Notice: Your vehicle was not designed for low emissions may contain an octane-enhancing additive called ...