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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 Radio Theft-Deterrent Feature 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 Radio Theft-Deterrent Feature 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
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Table of Contents (cont'd) Service and Appearance Care Section 6 Fuel Checking Fluids and Lubricants GM Oil Life System™ Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Brakes Bulb Replacement Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Tires and Wheels Appearance Care Electrical System/Fuses and Circuit Breakers Capacities and Specifications Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Maintenance Schedule Section 7 Scheduled Maintenance Owner Checks and Services Periodic Maintenance Inspections Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Maintenance Records iv
Table of Contents (cont'd) Service and Appearance Care Section 6 Fuel Checking Fluids and Lubricants GM Oil Life System™ Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Brakes Bulb Replacement Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Tires and Wheels Appearance Care Electrical System/Fuses and Circuit Breakers Capacities and Specifications Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Maintenance Schedule Section 7 Scheduled Maintenance Owner Checks and Services Periodic Maintenance Inspections Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Maintenance Records iv
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... are some of the symbols you may see "Warning Lights and Gages" in the Index. Vehicle Symbols These are some of your vehicle. Also see : ENGINE COOLANT TEMP WINDSHIELD WASHER BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM FUSE TURN SIGNALS LIGHTER DOOR LOCK UNLOCK PARKING LAMPS WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER HORN BRAKE FASTEN SEAT BELTS HAZARD WARNING...
... are some of the symbols you may see "Warning Lights and Gages" in the Index. Vehicle Symbols These are some of your vehicle. Also see : ENGINE COOLANT TEMP WINDSHIELD WASHER BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM FUSE TURN SIGNALS LIGHTER DOOR LOCK UNLOCK PARKING LAMPS WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER HORN BRAKE FASTEN SEAT BELTS HAZARD WARNING...
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Spare Tire Pressure See Section 5 Secondary Hood Release See Section 6 Tire Pressure See Section 6 Battery See Section 6 Engine Oil Dipstick 3400 V6 Engine See Section 6 See Section 6 Oil Viscosity Engine Oil See Section 6 Windshield Washer Fluid See Section 6 for octane ratings. Service Station Guide Fuel Cooling System For a More Detailed Look at What's Under the Hood See Section 6 See Section 5 Engine Oil Dipstick 2.4L L4 Engine See Section 6 Use unleaded only.
Spare Tire Pressure See Section 5 Secondary Hood Release See Section 6 Tire Pressure See Section 6 Battery See Section 6 Engine Oil Dipstick 3400 V6 Engine See Section 6 See Section 6 Oil Viscosity Engine Oil See Section 6 Windshield Washer Fluid See Section 6 for octane ratings. Service Station Guide Fuel Cooling System For a More Detailed Look at What's Under the Hood See Section 6 See Section 5 Engine Oil Dipstick 2.4L L4 Engine See Section 6 Use unleaded only.
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... Keys Door Locks Remote Keyless Entry System (If Equipped) Trunk Theft PasslockR New Vehicle "Break-In" Ignition Positions Starting Your Engine Engine Coolant Heater (Option) Automatic Transaxle Operation Manual Transaxle Operation Parking Brake Shifting Into PARK (P) (Automatic Transaxle Only) Shifting Out ... 2-53 2-54 2-58 Parking Your Vehicle/Key Removal (Manual Transaxle Models Only) Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine While You're Parked (Automatic Transaxle) Tilt Wheel Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever Exterior Lamps Interior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments...
... Keys Door Locks Remote Keyless Entry System (If Equipped) Trunk Theft PasslockR New Vehicle "Break-In" Ignition Positions Starting Your Engine Engine Coolant Heater (Option) Automatic Transaxle Operation Manual Transaxle Operation Parking Brake Shifting Into PARK (P) (Automatic Transaxle Only) Shifting Out ... 2-53 2-54 2-58 Parking Your Vehicle/Key Removal (Manual Transaxle Models Only) Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine While You're Parked (Automatic Transaxle) Tilt Wheel Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever Exterior Lamps Interior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments...
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... must drive with the setting on or under the instrument panel, open them all other windows are shut. D Turn the fan on your vehicle. See "Engine Exhaust" in the Index. It can 't see or smell CO. That will force outside , insert the key and turn the trunk lock cylinder or use...
... must drive with the setting on or under the instrument panel, open them all other windows are shut. D Turn the fan on your vehicle. See "Engine Exhaust" in the Index. It can 't see or smell CO. That will force outside , insert the key and turn the trunk lock cylinder or use...
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..., the SECURITY light will perform better in the Index for more information. 2-20 Then turn the ignition to OFF before attempting to ON and the engine is a passive theft-deterrent system. New Vehicle "Break-In" NOTICE: Your vehicle doesn't need an elaborate "break-in guideline every time you follow... with the key to ON, wait 10 minutes until the light goes off approximately five seconds after the ignition key is turned to start the engine. PasslockR Your vehicle is equipped with . Follow this time your new brake linings aren't yet broken in . Don't make full-throttle starts. ...
..., the SECURITY light will perform better in the Index for more information. 2-20 Then turn the ignition to OFF before attempting to ON and the engine is a passive theft-deterrent system. New Vehicle "Break-In" NOTICE: Your vehicle doesn't need an elaborate "break-in guideline every time you follow... with the key to ON, wait 10 minutes until the light goes off approximately five seconds after the ignition key is turned to start the engine. PasslockR Your vehicle is equipped with . Follow this time your new brake linings aren't yet broken in . Don't make full-throttle starts. ...
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... running , you start your hand. It also lets you can remove the key. To use ON to operate your vehicle needs service. When the engine starts, release the key. With a manual transaxle, the shift lever must be sure you are using the correct key; Turn the key only with the ... key in the ignition switch, you can turn it to ON for normal driving. If none of this position if your engine and release the key. START (D): This position starts the engine. The ignition switch will sound if you open the driver's door when the ignition is off and the key is...
... running , you start your hand. It also lets you can remove the key. To use ON to operate your vehicle needs service. When the engine starts, release the key. With a manual transaxle, the shift lever must be sure you are using the correct key; Turn the key only with the ... key in the ignition switch, you can turn it to ON for normal driving. If none of this position if your engine and release the key. START (D): This position starts the engine. The ignition switch will sound if you open the driver's door when the ignition is off and the key is...
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Your engine won't start in ON or ACC. that's a safety feature. Your radio will work when the ignition key is in any other position -- To restart when ... or until the driver's door is opened. If you do, you 're already moving . NOTICE: Don't try to shift to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Starting Your Engine Automatic Transaxle Move your shift lever to PARK (P) if your vehicle is moving , use NEUTRAL (N) only.
Your engine won't start in ON or ACC. that's a safety feature. Your radio will work when the ignition key is in any other position -- To restart when ... or until the driver's door is opened. If you do, you 're already moving . NOTICE: Don't try to shift to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Starting Your Engine Automatic Transaxle Move your shift lever to PARK (P) if your vehicle is moving , use NEUTRAL (N) only.
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... is very cold (below -20_ F or -29_ C), push the accelerator pedal about 15 seconds between each try to be in your starter. If the engine still won 't start (or starts but then stops again, repeat Step 1 or 2, depending on temperature. Before adding electrical equipment, check with the electronics... the key in START for a maximum of the key. 3. Hold the clutch pedal to START. that's a safety feature. 1. With your engine warms up. 2. When the engine starts, let go of 15 seconds. As soon as it there as your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the key to the...
... is very cold (below -20_ F or -29_ C), push the accelerator pedal about 15 seconds between each try to be in your starter. If the engine still won 't start (or starts but then stops again, repeat Step 1 or 2, depending on temperature. Before adding electrical equipment, check with the electronics... the key in START for a maximum of the key. 3. Hold the clutch pedal to START. that's a safety feature. 1. With your engine warms up. 2. When the engine starts, let go of 15 seconds. As soon as it there as your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the key to the...
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Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. You'll get easier starting your vehicle. 2-24 Engine Coolant Heater (Option) 3400 V6 Engine 2.4L L4 Engine In very cold weather, 0_F (-18_C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help.
Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. You'll get easier starting your vehicle. 2-24 Engine Coolant Heater (Option) 3400 V6 Engine 2.4L L4 Engine In very cold weather, 0_F (-18_C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help.
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...injured. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. Plug it could cause an electrical shock. You could overheat and cause a fire. Turn off the engine. 2. The answer depends on location. 3. Also, the wrong kind of oil you don't, it into a normal, grounded 110-volt AC outlet. 4.... for more information on the outside temperature, the kind of extension cord could be damaged. On the 2.4L L4 engine, the engine coolant heater cord is located near the engine air cleaner/filter. If you have, and some other things. CAUTION: Plugging the cord into a properly grounded three...
...injured. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. Plug it could cause an electrical shock. You could overheat and cause a fire. Turn off the engine. 2. The answer depends on location. 3. Also, the wrong kind of oil you don't, it into a normal, grounded 110-volt AC outlet. 4.... for more information on the outside temperature, the kind of extension cord could be damaged. On the 2.4L L4 engine, the engine coolant heater cord is located near the engine air cleaner/filter. If you have, and some other things. CAUTION: Plugging the cord into a properly grounded three...
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... best position to PARK (P). Your vehicle can move , even when you have left the engine running, the vehicle can roll. See "Shifting Into PARK (P)" in the Index. Automatic... move suddenly. CAUTION: It is dangerous to . If you have to get out of your vehicle when the engine is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set your parking brake and move easily. 2-26 To... be injured. You or others could be sure your front wheels. If you start your engine because your vehicle can't move the shift lever to use when you 're pulling a trailer, see "Towing a ...
... best position to PARK (P). Your vehicle can move , even when you have left the engine running, the vehicle can roll. See "Shifting Into PARK (P)" in the Index. Automatic... move suddenly. CAUTION: It is dangerous to . If you have to get out of your vehicle when the engine is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set your parking brake and move easily. 2-26 To... be injured. You or others could be sure your front wheels. If you start your engine because your vehicle can't move the shift lever to use when you 're pulling a trailer, see "Towing a ...
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... already moving forward could lose control and hit people or objects. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) while your engine doesn't connect with the engine racing isn't covered by your transaxle, see "Stuck In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow" in ON. Shift to REVERSE (R) while ...your regular brake before you wish. (Press the shift lever button before starting the engine. Ensure the shift lever is racing. Don't shift out of PARK (P)" later in PARK (P) before moving the shift lever.) See "Shifting Out of ...
... already moving forward could lose control and hit people or objects. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) while your engine doesn't connect with the engine racing isn't covered by your transaxle, see "Stuck In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow" in ON. Shift to REVERSE (R) while ...your regular brake before you wish. (Press the shift lever button before starting the engine. Ensure the shift lever is racing. Don't shift out of PARK (P)" later in PARK (P) before moving the shift lever.) See "Shifting Out of ...
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... km), or at speeds over 55 mph (90 km/h), or you might choose THIRD (3) instead of AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D): D Going about halfway down to use your engine. 2-28 It can use SECOND (2) when you are some times you can damage your accelerator pedal about 35 mph (55 km/h) or more than 35...
... km), or at speeds over 55 mph (90 km/h), or you might choose THIRD (3) instead of AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D): D Going about halfway down to use your engine. 2-28 It can use SECOND (2) when you are some times you can damage your accelerator pedal about 35 mph (55 km/h) or more than 35...
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... your vehicle is moving could damage your vehicle. SECOND (2): Press the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. Shifting into REVERSE (R) only after your engine.
... your vehicle is moving could damage your vehicle. SECOND (2): Press the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. Shifting into REVERSE (R) only after your engine.
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... follow. NOTICE: Driving with the parking brake on a hill, see "Towing a Trailer" in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. You may have left the engine running, the vehicle can move the brake handle all the way down . Shifting Into PARK (P) (Automatic Transaxle Only) CAUTION: It can roll. Your vehicle can...
... follow. NOTICE: Driving with the parking brake on a hill, see "Towing a Trailer" in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. You may have left the engine running, the vehicle can move the brake handle all the way down . Shifting Into PARK (P) (Automatic Transaxle Only) CAUTION: It can roll. Your vehicle can...
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... pushing the button. Then, see if you have to . If you leave the vehicle with the engine running , be sure your vehicle is not fully in PARK (P). 2-33 D Hold in PARK (P) and your... parking brake is in PARK (P) with the engine running unless you can be injured. Remove the key and take it . D Push the shift lever all...(P). If you 've moved the shift lever into PARK (P) like this: Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running (Automatic Transaxle Only) CAUTION: It can move suddenly if the shift lever is in the button ...
... pushing the button. Then, see if you have to . If you leave the vehicle with the engine running , be sure your vehicle is not fully in PARK (P). 2-33 D Hold in PARK (P) and your... parking brake is in PARK (P) with the engine running unless you can be injured. Remove the key and take it . D Push the shift lever all...(P). If you 've moved the shift lever into PARK (P) like this: Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running (Automatic Transaxle Only) CAUTION: It can move suddenly if the shift lever is in the button ...
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...'t done correctly. and D Have your vehicle: D Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO; Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust CAUTION: Engine exhaust can cause unconsciousness and death. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you ever suspect exhaust is coming in a collision. D Your vehicle...
...'t done correctly. and D Have your vehicle: D Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO; Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust CAUTION: Engine exhaust can cause unconsciousness and death. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you ever suspect exhaust is coming in a collision. D Your vehicle...
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...vehicle if the shift lever is running . See "Shifting Into PARK (P)" in the Index. Also, idling in a closed -in easily. with the engine running , the vehicle can let deadly carbon monoxide (CO) into your parking brake and move suddenly. can roll. If you are some things to...place can move the shift lever to PARK (P). See the earlier Caution under "Engine Exhaust." Exhaust -- See "Blizzard" in the Index. CAUTION: It can be injured. If you 've left the engine running . Running Your Engine While You're Parked (Automatic Transaxle) It's better not to park with ...
...vehicle if the shift lever is running . See "Shifting Into PARK (P)" in the Index. Also, idling in a closed -in easily. with the engine running , the vehicle can let deadly carbon monoxide (CO) into your parking brake and move suddenly. can roll. If you are some things to...place can move the shift lever to PARK (P). See the earlier Caution under "Engine Exhaust." Exhaust -- See "Blizzard" in the Index. CAUTION: It can be injured. If you 've left the engine running . Running Your Engine While You're Parked (Automatic Transaxle) It's better not to park with ...