CHEVROLET CAMARO 1993 Workshop Manual

Part 2
Features & Controls
Keys .............................................................. 48
.... DoorLocks ......................................................... 50
Theft .............................................................. 52
Here you can learn about the
many standard and optional
features on your Chevrolet. and
information
on starting. shifting
and braking
. Also explained are
the instrument panel and the
warning systems that tell you if
everything is working properly
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and what to do if you have a
problem .
PASS-Key II@ ...................................................... 53
New Vehicle "Break-In" .............................................. 55
Ignitionswitch ...................................................... 55
Starting Your Engine ................................................. 57
Driving through Deep Standing Water
.................................... 61
Engine Block Heater
................................................. 61
Automatic Transmission .............................................. 62
ManualTransmission ................................................. 66
Limited-Slip Rear Axle
............................................... 70
Parking
............................................................ 70
EngineExhaust
..................................................... 74
Windows
.......................................................... 75
Horn
.............................................................. 76
Tiltwheel
.......................................................... 76
Operation of Lights
.................................................. 84
Interior Lights ...................................................... 86
Mirrors ............................................................ 87
Twin Lift-off Roof Panels
............................................. 88
Storage and Compartments ............................................ 92
Sunvisors
......................................................... 94
Ashtray and Lighter .................................................. 94
FloorMats ......................................................... 95
Instrument Panel and Cluster ........................................... 98
Warning Lights
. Gages and Indicators .................................... 99
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The Turn Signal/Headlight Beam Lever .................................. 77
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4 Keys
The ignition keys are for the ignition only.
Leaving young children in a
d L vehicle with the ignition key is
dangerous for many reasons. A
child or others could be badly
injured or even killed.
They could operate power windows
other controls or even make the
:hick move. Don't leave the keys
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The door keys are for the doors and all
other locks.
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When a new Camaro is delivered, the
dealer removes the plugs from the keys,
and gives them
to the first owner.
However, the ignition key may not have a
Plug.
If the ignition key doesn't have a plug,
there
will be a bar-coded key tag instead.
Each plug or tag has
a code on it that tells
your dealer or a qualified locksmith how
to make extra keys. Keep the plugs in a
safe place.
If you lose your keys, you'll
be able to have new ones made easily
using these plugs.
If your ignition keys
don't have plugs, go to your Chevrolet
dealer for the correct key code
if you
need a new ignition key.
NOTICE:
Your Chevrolet has a number of
new features that can help prevent
theft. But you can have a
lot of
trouble getting into your vehicle if
you ever
lock your keys inside. You
may even have
to darnage \'our
vehicle
to get in. So be s YOU
have extra keys.
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Door Locks
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Unlocked doors can be
dangerous.
Passengers
- especially children
- can easily open the doors and
fall
out. When a door is locked,
the inside handle won’t open
it.
Outsiders can easily enter through
an unlocked door when you slow
down
or stop your vehicle.
This may not be
so obvious: You
increase the chance
of‘ being
thrown
out of the vehicle in a
crash if the doors aren’t locked.
Wear safety belts properly, lock
your doors, and you will be far
better
off whenever you drive your
vehicle. There
are several ways
to lock and unlock
your vehicle:
From the outside: Use your door
key.
From the inside: To lock the door, move
the
lock control on the door back.
To unlock the door. move the lock control
on
the door forward.
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Power Door Locks (Option)
Push the power door lock switch to lock
or unlock both doors at once.
The switch only works when the ignition
switch is
in Run or Acc, or when RAP is
present. (See "Retained Accessory
Power"
in the Index.)
Leaving Your Vehicle
If you are leaving the vehicle, take your
keys, open your door and set the locks
from inside. Then get out and close the
door.
Hatch Release
Your door key opens the hatch.
Remote Hatch Release (Option)
Press the switch in your glove box to
unlock the hatch from inside your vehicle.
If you have an automatic transmission,
your shift lever must
be in P (Park) or
N (Neutral) to use the switch. If you have
a manual transmission and the ignition
switch is
in Run. you must set the parking
brake before
you can use the switch.
The switch only works when Ihe ignition
switch is
in Run or Acc. or when RAP is
present. (See "Retained Accessory
Power"
in the Index.)
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NOTICE:
you put things in the hatchback
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area, be sure they won’t break the
glass when you close it. Never slam
the hatch down. You could break thL
glass or damage
the defogper grid
(if equipped).
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It can be dangerous to drive
with the hatch open. Carbon
monoxide
(CO) gas can come into
your vehicle.
You can’t see or smell
CO. It can cause unconsciousness
and even death.
If you must drive
with the hatch
open:
Make sure all other windows
Turn the fan on your heating
are
shut.
or cooling system to its
highest speed with the setting
on
9 . That will force
outside air into your vehicle.
See “Comfort Controls”
in
the Index.
If you have air vents on or
under the instrument panel,
open
them all the way.
Theft
Vehicle theft is big business, especially in
some cities. Although your Chevrolet has
a number of theft-deterrent features, we
know that nothing we put
on it can make
it impossible to steal. However, there are
ways you can help.
Key in the ignition: If you walk away
from your vehicle with the keys inside,
it’s an easy target for
joy riders or
professional thieves
- so don’t do it.
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When you park your Chevrolet and open
the driver’s door, you’ll hear a tone
reminding you to remove your key from
the ignition and take
it with you. Always
do this. Your steering wheel
will be
locked, and
so will your ignition. If you
have an automatic transmission, taking
your key out also locks your transmission.
And remember to lock the doors.
Parking at Night: Park in a lighted spot,
close all windows and lock
your vehicle.
Remember
to keep your valuables out of
sight. Put them in a storage area, or take
them with you.
Parking Lots: If you park in a lot where
someone will be watching your vehicle,
it’s best to lock it up and take your keys.
But what if you have to leave your
ignition key? What
if you have to leave
something valuable
in your vehicle?
0 Put your valuables in a storage area,
like your glove box.
0 Lock the glove box.
0 Lock all the doors except the driver’s.
Then take the door key with you.
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Your vehicle is equipped with the
PASS-Key II@ (Personalized Automotive
Security System) theft-deterrent system.
PASS-Key II@ is
a passive theft-deterrent
system. This means you don’t have to do
anything different to arm or disarm the
system. It works when you insert or
remove the ke from the ignition.
PASS-Key I1 uses
a resistor pellet in
the ignition key that matches a decoder
in your vehicle.
When the PASS-Key
II@ system senses
that someone is using the wrong key,
it
shuts down the vehicle‘s starter and fuel
systems.
For about three minutes, the
starter won’t work and fuel won’t
go to
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the engine. If someone tries to start your
vehicle again or uses another key during
this time, the vehicle
will not start. This
discourages someone from randomly
trying different keys
with different
resistor pellets
in an attempt to make a
match.
The ignition key must be clean and dry
before it’s inserted
in the ignition or the
engine may not start. If the engine does
not start and the
SECURITY light stays
on when you try to start the vehicle, the
key may be dirty or wet. Turn the
ignition off.
Zlean and dry the key. Wait about three
ninutes and try again. The
SECURITY
ight will remain on during this time. If the
starter still won’t work, and the key
appears to be clean and dry, wait about three minutes and
try the other ignition
key.
At this time, you may also want to
check the fuses (see “Fuses and Circuit
Breakers”
in the Index). If the starter
won’t work with the other key, your
vehicle needs service. If your vehicle
does start, the first ignition key may
be faulty. See your Chevrolet dealer
or a locksmith who can service the
PASS-Key
II@.
[f you accidentally use a key that has a
lamaged or missing resistor pellet, the
;tarter won’t work and the security light
will flash. But you don’t have to wait
hree minutes before trying one of the
Ither ignition keys. See your Chevrolet
dealer or a locksmith
who can service the PASS-Key II@ to
have a new key made.
If you’re ever driving and the
SECURITY light comes on and stays on,
you
will be able to restart your en ine if
you turn it off. Your PASS-Key I1 %
;ystem, however, is not working properly
md must be serviced by your Chevrolet lealer. Your vehicle
is not protected by
:he PASS-Key 11’ system.
:f you lose or damage a PASS-Key 11’
gnition key, see your Chevrolet
lealer or a locksmith who can service
’ASS-Key 11’ to have a new key made.
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Off (C): Unlocks the steering wheel,
ignition and automatic transmission, but
does not send electrical power to any
accessories. Use this position
if your
vehicle must be pushed or towed.
A
warning tone will sound if you open the
driver’s door when the ignition is
in Off
and the key is in the ignition.
Run (D): Position to which the switch
returns after you start your engine and
release the switch. The switch stays
in the
Run position when the engine is running.
But even when the engine is not running,
you can use
Run to operate your
electrical power accessories and to
display some instrument panel warning
and indicator lights.
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Start (E): Starts the engine. When the
engine starts, release the key. The ignition
switch will return
to Run for normal
driving.
Note that even if the engine is not
running, Acc and Run allow you to
operate your electrical accessories. such
as the radio and ventilation fan.
Key Release Button: I1 you have a
manual transmission, your ignition lock
has a key release button. You must press
the button before you can take
your key
out of the ignition lock.
On manual transmission
1 vehicles, turning the key to
LOCK will lock the steering
column and result
in a loss of ability
to steer the vehicle. This could
cause a collision.
If you need to turn
the engine
off while the vehicle is
moving,
turn the key only to Off.
Don't press the key release button
while
the vehicle is moving.
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