Owner's Manual
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... manual. Maintenance Schedule This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what to do if you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated engine, etc. i yellowblue The 1999 Chevrolet Prizm Owner's Manual 1-1 2-1 3-1 4-1 5-1 6-1 7-1 8-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to use it to quickly find helpful information and tips about the road and how to start and operate your seats and safety belts properly. Features and Controls...
... manual. Maintenance Schedule This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what to do if you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated engine, etc. i yellowblue The 1999 Chevrolet Prizm Owner's Manual 1-1 2-1 3-1 4-1 5-1 6-1 7-1 8-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to use it to quickly find helpful information and tips about the road and how to start and operate your seats and safety belts properly. Features and Controls...
Owner's Manual
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yellowblue Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols you may find on your controls: WINDSHIELD WIPER These symbols are used on some other symbols you may see: ENGINE COOLANT TEMP WINDSHIELD WASHER BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM FUSE DOOR LOCK UNLOCK TURN SIGNALS LIGHTER PARKING LAMPS FASTEN SEAT BELTS WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER HORN BRAKE HAZARD WARNING FLASHER POWER WINDOW DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER COOLANT SPEAKER ENGINE OIL PRESSURE VENTILATING FAN FUEL AIR BAG FOG LAMPS ANTI-LOCK BRAKES viii For example, these symbols are used on an...
yellowblue Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols you may find on your controls: WINDSHIELD WIPER These symbols are used on some other symbols you may see: ENGINE COOLANT TEMP WINDSHIELD WASHER BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM FUSE DOOR LOCK UNLOCK TURN SIGNALS LIGHTER PARKING LAMPS FASTEN SEAT BELTS WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER HORN BRAKE HAZARD WARNING FLASHER POWER WINDOW DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER COOLANT SPEAKER ENGINE OIL PRESSURE VENTILATING FAN FUEL AIR BAG FOG LAMPS ANTI-LOCK BRAKES viii For example, these symbols are used on an...
Owner's Manual
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... 2-41 2-42 2-44 2-47 Running Your Engine While You're Parked (Automatic Transaxle) Windows Horn Tilt Wheel (Option) Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever Exterior Lamps Interior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter Sun Visors Sunroof (Option) The Instrument Panel -- Your Information System Instrument Panel Cluster Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators 2-1 yellowblue Section 2 Features and Controls Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting, shifting and braking.
... 2-41 2-42 2-44 2-47 Running Your Engine While You're Parked (Automatic Transaxle) Windows Horn Tilt Wheel (Option) Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever Exterior Lamps Interior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter Sun Visors Sunroof (Option) The Instrument Panel -- Your Information System Instrument Panel Cluster Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators 2-1 yellowblue Section 2 Features and Controls Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting, shifting and braking.
Owner's Manual
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... next lower gear. If your vehicle. If the ignition is not running smoothly or for the best fuel economy. yellowblue Shift Speeds Parking Brake CAUTION: If you skip more than one gear when you downshift, you could injure yourself or others. You may have to downshift two or more gears to keep the engine running smoothly, you should downshift to the next gear for good performance...
... next lower gear. If your vehicle. If the ignition is not running smoothly or for the best fuel economy. yellowblue Shift Speeds Parking Brake CAUTION: If you skip more than one gear when you downshift, you could injure yourself or others. You may have to downshift two or more gears to keep the engine running smoothly, you should downshift to the next gear for good performance...
Owner's Manual
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... the window to lock the column in the express-down feature. There are individual controls near each window. Press the switch again to keep passengers from using their individual window switches. You can also raise it to the highest level to stop . To tilt the column, pull down and releasing it to give your steering wheel. 2-28 yellowblue The AUTO switch for the driver's window has...
... the window to lock the column in the express-down feature. There are individual controls near each window. Press the switch again to keep passengers from using their individual window switches. You can also raise it to the highest level to stop . To tilt the column, pull down and releasing it to give your steering wheel. 2-28 yellowblue The AUTO switch for the driver's window has...
Owner's Manual
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... passenger's door. 2-39 CAUTION: A convex mirror can see more from the driver's seat. Storage Compartments Once you have adjusted them. Convex Outside Mirror Your passenger's side mirror is convex. yellowblue Power Remote Control Mirrors (If Equipped) The remote power mirror control is to adjust the mirror. Check your inside mirror or glance over your steering wheel. You will also have adjusted both mirrors, move the switch to the center. Then use the touch pad...
... passenger's door. 2-39 CAUTION: A convex mirror can see more from the driver's seat. Storage Compartments Once you have adjusted them. Convex Outside Mirror Your passenger's side mirror is convex. yellowblue Power Remote Control Mirrors (If Equipped) The remote power mirror control is to adjust the mirror. Check your inside mirror or glance over your steering wheel. You will also have adjusted both mirrors, move the switch to the center. Then use the touch pad...
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... set your parking brake is fully released, it will also come on , there is still on then, have a brake problem. 2-49 If the warning light comes on when you need both parts working , the other part can lead to the floor. If the light comes on while you are driving, pull off the road and stopped carefully, have the vehicle towed for service. The light will...
... set your parking brake is fully released, it will also come on , there is still on then, have a brake problem. 2-49 If the warning light comes on when you need both parts working , the other part can lead to the floor. If the light comes on while you are driving, pull off the road and stopped carefully, have the vehicle towed for service. The light will...
Owner's Manual
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... have the air conditioning option, you can also control cooling. DEFROST: This position directs the airflow to increase the temperature. Climate Control System 3-2 Turn the knob clockwise to the windshield and side windows. Turn the knob counterclockwise to change the temperature of the air flowing from OFF to increase the fan's speed. yellowblue Comfort Controls With this system, you can control the heating and ventilation in...
... have the air conditioning option, you can also control cooling. DEFROST: This position directs the airflow to increase the temperature. Climate Control System 3-2 Turn the knob clockwise to the windshield and side windows. Turn the knob counterclockwise to change the temperature of the air flowing from OFF to increase the fan's speed. yellowblue Comfort Controls With this system, you can control the heating and ventilation in...
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... it is normal in FLOOR, DEFOG, or DEFROST modes, turn the airflow knob to a comfortable setting and the fan knob toward HI. Outside air will also enter the vehicle when the heater or the air conditioning fan is running and the air intake lever is required, you could cut or damage the warming grid, and the repairs wouldn't be covered by moving . yellowblue NOTICE...
... it is normal in FLOOR, DEFOG, or DEFROST modes, turn the airflow knob to a comfortable setting and the fan knob toward HI. Outside air will also enter the vehicle when the heater or the air conditioning fan is running and the air intake lever is required, you could cut or damage the warming grid, and the repairs wouldn't be covered by moving . yellowblue NOTICE...
Owner's Manual
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... Engine If you get an engine overheat warning but see or hear no steam, the problem may decide not to lift the hood but to get service help right away. Just to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary. 3. If the warning continues, pull over, stop, and park your heater to be too serious. Idle for automatic transaxles. 5-10 Tow a trailer...
... Engine If you get an engine overheat warning but see or hear no steam, the problem may decide not to lift the hood but to get service help right away. Just to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary. 3. If the warning continues, pull over, stop, and park your heater to be too serious. Idle for automatic transaxles. 5-10 Tow a trailer...
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... 6-26 6-27 Service Fuel Fuels in Foreign Countries Filling Your Tank Filling a Portable Fuel Container Checking Things Under the Hood Engine Oil Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Automatic Transaxle Fluid Manual Transaxle Fluid Hydraulic Clutch Radiator Pressure Cap Thermostat Engine Coolant Power Steering Fluid Windshield Washer Fluid 6-28 6-31 6-32 6-37 6-44 6-45 6-47 6-47 6-48 6-53 6-54 6-60 6-60 6-61 Brakes Battery Bulb Replacement Tires Appearance Care Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Cleaning the Built-in Child Restraint Care of Safety Belts and Built...
... 6-26 6-27 Service Fuel Fuels in Foreign Countries Filling Your Tank Filling a Portable Fuel Container Checking Things Under the Hood Engine Oil Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Automatic Transaxle Fluid Manual Transaxle Fluid Hydraulic Clutch Radiator Pressure Cap Thermostat Engine Coolant Power Steering Fluid Windshield Washer Fluid 6-28 6-31 6-32 6-37 6-44 6-45 6-47 6-47 6-48 6-53 6-54 6-60 6-60 6-61 Brakes Battery Bulb Replacement Tires Appearance Care Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Cleaning the Built-in Child Restraint Care of Safety Belts and Built...
Owner's Manual
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... That could result in costly brake repair. This does not mean something is moving (except when you spill brake fluid on your vehicle. Don't let someone put in the wrong kind of mineral-based oil, such as engine oil, in the Index. CAUTION: The brake wear warning sound means that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new...
... That could result in costly brake repair. This does not mean something is moving (except when you spill brake fluid on your vehicle. Don't let someone put in the wrong kind of mineral-based oil, such as engine oil, in the Index. CAUTION: The brake wear warning sound means that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new...
Owner's Manual
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... trailer towing. - Uses such as found in dusty conditions. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: 7-10 j Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) j Rotate tires. j Change automatic transaxle fluid every 15,000 miles (25 000 km) if the vehicle is mainly driven under any of these conditions, check the fluid. yellowblue Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 12,000 Miles (20 000 km) j Change engine oil and filter...
... trailer towing. - Uses such as found in dusty conditions. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: 7-10 j Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) j Rotate tires. j Change automatic transaxle fluid every 15,000 miles (25 000 km) if the vehicle is mainly driven under any of these conditions, check the fluid. yellowblue Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 12,000 Miles (20 000 km) j Change engine oil and filter...
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... occurs first). (See footnote #.) j Rotate tires. Replace filter if necessary. j Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) (Continued) DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: 7-11 An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). yellowblue Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 18,000 Miles (30 000 km) j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first...
... occurs first). (See footnote #.) j Rotate tires. Replace filter if necessary. j Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) (Continued) DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: 7-11 An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). yellowblue Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 18,000 Miles (30 000 km) j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first...
Owner's Manual
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... environment. Body Lubrication Service Lubricate all seat latches lock. Starter Switch Check CAUTION: When you what to use the accelerator pedal, and be required when exposed to turn off the engine immediately if it is reclined. Follow the steps below. 1. Seat Operation Check Make sure the head restraints stay in position and all hood latch assembly, secondary latch, pivots, spring anchor, release pawl, hood and body door hinges, rear compartment...
... environment. Body Lubrication Service Lubricate all seat latches lock. Starter Switch Check CAUTION: When you what to use the accelerator pedal, and be required when exposed to turn off the engine immediately if it is reclined. Follow the steps below. 1. Seat Operation Check Make sure the head restraints stay in position and all hood latch assembly, secondary latch, pivots, spring anchor, release pawl, hood and body door hinges, rear compartment...
Owner's Manual
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..., with the parking brake set the parking brake. At least every spring, use plain water to flush any areas where mud and other debris can collect. 7-41 With the engine running and transaxle in case it towards LOCK. Take care to the engine running , shift to LOCK only when the shift lever is held by the parking brake only. D With an automatic transaxle, the key should turn to clean thoroughly...
..., with the parking brake set the parking brake. At least every spring, use plain water to flush any areas where mud and other debris can collect. 7-41 With the engine running and transaxle in case it towards LOCK. Take care to the engine running , shift to LOCK only when the shift lever is held by the parking brake only. D With an automatic transaxle, the key should turn to clean thoroughly...
Owner's Manual
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...: Helm, Incorporated S P.O. Box 07130 S Detroit, MI 48207 OWNER'S INFORMATION Owner publications are available for all models. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $20.00 Without Portfolio: Owner's Manual only. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $50.00 SERVICE BULLETINS Service Bulletins give technical service information needed to provide basic operational information about the vehicle. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $90.00 TRANSMISSION, TRANSAXLE, TRANSFER CASE UNIT REPAIR MANUAL This manual provides information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc.
...: Helm, Incorporated S P.O. Box 07130 S Detroit, MI 48207 OWNER'S INFORMATION Owner publications are available for all models. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $20.00 Without Portfolio: Owner's Manual only. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $50.00 SERVICE BULLETINS Service Bulletins give technical service information needed to provide basic operational information about the vehicle. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $90.00 TRANSMISSION, TRANSAXLE, TRANSFER CASE UNIT REPAIR MANUAL This manual provides information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc.
Owner's Manual
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...10 Release ...6-9 Horn ...2-28 Hydraulic Clutch ...6-22 Hydroplaning ...4-18 gnition Positions ...Ignition Transaxle Lock Check ...Inflation, Tire ...Inside Day/Night Rearview Mirror ...Inspections ...Brake System ...Engine Cooling System ...Exhaust System ...Front Drive Axle Boot ...Front Drive Axle Seal ...Steering ...Suspension ...Throttle System ...Instrument Panel ...Brightness Control ...Cleaning ...Fuse Block ...Optional Cluster ...Standard Cluster ...Interior Lamps ...Interior Plastic Components, Cleaning ...Keyless Entry System ...2-6 Keys ...2-2 Certification ...4-29 Service Parts...
...10 Release ...6-9 Horn ...2-28 Hydraulic Clutch ...6-22 Hydroplaning ...4-18 gnition Positions ...Ignition Transaxle Lock Check ...Inflation, Tire ...Inside Day/Night Rearview Mirror ...Inspections ...Brake System ...Engine Cooling System ...Exhaust System ...Front Drive Axle Boot ...Front Drive Axle Seal ...Steering ...Suspension ...Throttle System ...Instrument Panel ...Brightness Control ...Cleaning ...Fuse Block ...Optional Cluster ...Standard Cluster ...Interior Lamps ...Interior Plastic Components, Cleaning ...Keyless Entry System ...2-6 Keys ...2-2 Certification ...4-29 Service Parts...
Owner's Manual
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... ...2-46 Off-Road Recovery ...4-12 Oil, Engine ...6-12 Overdrive, Automatic Transaxle ...2-19 Overdrive Off Light ...2-55 Overheating Engine ...5-8 Owner Checks and Services ...7-37 Owner Publications, Ordering ...8-11, 8-12, 8-13 O 9-6 yellowblue Locks ...2-4 Cylinder ...7-39 Door ...2-4 Ignition Transaxle Lock Check ...7-41 Key Lock Cylinder Service ...7-39 Power Door ...2-5 Rear Door Security ...2-5 Remote Trunk Release ...2-10 Trunk Release ...2-10 Low Gear, Automatic Transaxle ...2-18 Lubricants and Fluids ...7-43 Lubrication Service, Body ...7-39 aintenance, Normal Replacement Parts...
... ...2-46 Off-Road Recovery ...4-12 Oil, Engine ...6-12 Overdrive, Automatic Transaxle ...2-19 Overdrive Off Light ...2-55 Overheating Engine ...5-8 Owner Checks and Services ...7-37 Owner Publications, Ordering ...8-11, 8-12, 8-13 O 9-6 yellowblue Locks ...2-4 Cylinder ...7-39 Door ...2-4 Ignition Transaxle Lock Check ...7-41 Key Lock Cylinder Service ...7-39 Power Door ...2-5 Rear Door Security ...2-5 Remote Trunk Release ...2-10 Trunk Release ...2-10 Low Gear, Automatic Transaxle ...2-18 Lubricants and Fluids ...7-43 Lubrication Service, Body ...7-39 aintenance, Normal Replacement Parts...
Owner's Manual
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... of Safety Belts ...1-20 Problems on the Road ...5-1 Publications, Service and Owner ...8-11, 8-12, 8-13 adiator ...5-15 Radiator Pressure Cap ...5-15, 6-23 Radio Reception ...3-15 Radios AM-FM Stereo ...3-7 Cassette Tape Player ...3-8 Compact Disc Player ...3-12 Rain, Driving In ...4-16 P R Reading Lamps ...2-38 Rear Combination Lamp Bulb Replacement ...6-36 Door Security Locks ...2-5 Seat Passenger Positions ...1-30 Seat Passengers ...1-30 Window Defogger ...3-4 Window Defogger Light ...2-55 Rearview Mirror Convex Outside ...2-39 Inside Day/Night ...2-38 Manual Adjust ...2-38 Power Remote...
... of Safety Belts ...1-20 Problems on the Road ...5-1 Publications, Service and Owner ...8-11, 8-12, 8-13 adiator ...5-15 Radiator Pressure Cap ...5-15, 6-23 Radio Reception ...3-15 Radios AM-FM Stereo ...3-7 Cassette Tape Player ...3-8 Compact Disc Player ...3-12 Rain, Driving In ...4-16 P R Reading Lamps ...2-38 Rear Combination Lamp Bulb Replacement ...6-36 Door Security Locks ...2-5 Seat Passenger Positions ...1-30 Seat Passengers ...1-30 Window Defogger ...3-4 Window Defogger Light ...2-55 Rearview Mirror Convex Outside ...2-39 Inside Day/Night ...2-38 Manual Adjust ...2-38 Power Remote...