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9. Check the headlamp aim indicators. The horizontal
indicator (A) should be on
0 (zero). If the vehicle is
level, the vertical indicator
(B) should also be on 0
(zero). If the vehicle isn’t level, check the vertical
aim
on a level surface as soon as you can. If either
indicator doesn’t read
0 (zero), adjust the headlamp
aim. See “Adjusting Headlamp Aim” in the Index.
If your vehicle is damaged in an accident and the
headlamp aim seems to be affected,
see your
Chevrolet dealer. Headlamps on damaged vehicles
may require recalibration
of the horizontal aim by
your Chevrolet dealer.
Headlamp Aiming
Your vehicle has the 55 x 135 mini-quad headlamp
system. These headlamps have horizontal and vertical
aim indicators. The aim has been pre-set at the factory
and should need
no further adjustment.
If your vehicle
is damaged in an accident and the
headlamp aim seems to be affected, see your
Chevrolet dealer. Headlamps on damaged vehicles
may require recalibration of the horizontal aim
by
your Chevrolet dealer.
To check the aim, the vehicle should be properly
prepared as follows:
0 The vehicle must have all four tires on a perfectly
level surface.
0 The vehicle should not have any snow, ice or mud
attached to it.
0 There should not be any cargo or loading of the
vehicle, except it should have
a full tank of gas and
one person or 160 lbs.
(75 kg) on the driver’s seat.
0 Tires should be properly inflated.
0. The horizontal indicator should read “0.”
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To make sure your headlamps are aimed
properly, read all the instructions before
beginning. Failure to follow these instructions
could cause damage to headlamp parts.
State inspection stations will allow a vertical reading of
plus 0.76 degrees or minus 0.76 degrees from the center
of the bubble.
It
is recommended that the upper limit not exceed plus
0.4 degrees from the center of the bubble. Other drivers
may flash their high beams at you if your adjustment is
much above plus
0.4 degrees.
If you find that the headlamp aiming needs adjustment,
follow these steps:
To adjust the aim of your headlamps:
1. Move your vehicle to a level surface. Use a spirit level
to be sure. Be sure to remove any items that are not
part of your original equipment from the trunk and
passenger areas. No one should be seated in the vehicle
and your
fuel tank should be about half full. Check to
be sure your tires are at the correct pressure. There are four
headlamps. Each
one has its own
vertical and horizontal aim position indicator. Each
indicator has its own aiming screw.
A. Vertical Indicator
B. Horizontal Indicator
C. Vertical Aiming Screw
D. Horizontal Aiming Screw
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3.
4.
Start with the horizontal (left and right) headlamp
aim, Don’t try to adjust the vertical (up and down)
aim first.
Check the horizontal aim for each headlamp and
adjust it
as necessary.
Turn the horizontal aiming screw until
the pointer is
lined up with the
0 (zero).
5. Now adjust the vertical aim. Check the vertical aim
6. Turn the vertical aiming screw until the bubble in the
for each headlamp
and adjust it as necessary.
level is centered at
0 (zero).
7. If the gage readings are not centered, repeat Steps 2
Try not to touch threaded parts other than the vertical
and horizontal aiming screws.
and
3.
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end of blade element last, slide the blade element
into the blade claw sets. The plastic retainer caps
will be forced
off as element is fully inserted. Make
sure that all the claw sets are properly engaged in the
slots of the blade element.
4. Install wiper blade assembly on wiper arm.
For information on wiper-blade replacement length and
type, see “Capacities and Specifications” in the Index.
Tires
We don’t make tires. Your new Chevrolet comes with
high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer.
If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and
where to obtain service, see your Chevrolet Warranty
booklet for details.
Poorly maintained and improperly used tires
are dangerous.
Overloading your tires can cause overheating
as a result of too much friction. You could
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have an air-out and a serious accident. See
“Loading Your Vehicle” in the Index.
Underinflated tires pose the same danger as
overloaded tires. The resulting accide&
could cause serious injury. Check all tires
frequently to maintain the recommended
pressure. Tire pressure should be checked
when your tires are cold.
cut, punctured or broken by a sudden
impact
-- such as when you hit a pothole.
Keep tires at the recommended pressure.
Worn, old tires can cause accidents. If your
tread is badly worn, or
if your tires have
been damaged, replace them.
See “Inflation
-- Tire Pressure” in this section
for inflation pressure adjustment for higher
speed driving.
Overinflated tires are more likely to be
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The Tire-Loading Information label, located on the
driver’s door,
,shows the correct inflation pressures for
your tires when they’re cold. “Cold” means your vehicle\

has been
sitting for at least three hours or driven no
more than
1 mile (1.6 km).
If you’ll be driving at speeds higher than 100 mph (160 km/h)
where it is legal, raise the cold inflation pressure of each tire
to
35 psi (240 Ea). When you end this very high-speed
driving, reduce the cold inflation pressures to those listed on
the Tire-Loading Information label.
NOTICE:
Don’t let anyone tell you that underinnation or
overinflation
is all right. It’s not. If your tires
don’t have enough,
air (underinflation), you can
get the following:
Too much flexing.’
0 Too much heat
0 Tire overloading ‘
0 Bad wear
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Bad
handling
0 Bad fuel economy.
If your tires have too much air (overinflation),
you can
get the following:
Unusual wear
0 Bad handling
0 Rough ride
0 Needless damage from road hazards.
When
to Check
Check your tires once a month or more.
Don’t forget your compact spare tire.
It should be at
60 psi (420 kPa).
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Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire
pressure.
You can’t tell if your tires are properly inflated
simply by looking at them. Radial tires may look
properly inflated even when they’re underinflated.
Be sure to put
the valve caps back on the valve stems.
They help prevent leaks
by keeping out dirt and moisture.
Tire Inspection and Rotation
Tires should be inspected every 6,000 to 8,000 miles
(10 000 to 13 000 km) for any signs of unusual wear.
If unusual wear is present, rotate your tires as soon as
possible and check wheel alignment. Also check for
damaged tires or wheels. See “When It’s Time for New
Tires” and “Wheel Replacement” later in this section for
more information. The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more
uniform wear for all tires
on the vehicle. The first
rotation is the most important. See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Index for scheduled
rotation intervals.
If you don’t have
P245/5OZR16 Goodyear Eagle GS-C
tires, use the rotation pattern shown above for your tires.
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One way to tell when it’s
time for new tires is to
check the treadwear
indicators, which will appear when your tires have
only
1/16 inch (1.6 mm) or
less of tread remaining.
YOU need a new tire if any of the following statements
are true:
You can see the indicators at three or more places
around the tire.
0 You can see cord or fabric showing through the
tire’s rubber.
The tread or sidewall is cracked, cut or snagged deep
enough to show cord or fabric.
The tire has a bump, bulge or split.
The tire has a puncture, cut or other damage that
can’t be repaired well because of the size or location
of the damage.
Buying New Tires
To find out what land and size of tires you need, look at
the Tire-Loading Information label.
The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had
a Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec)
number on each tire’s sidewall. When you get new tires,
get ones with that same TPC Spec number. That way
your vehicle will continue to have tires that are designed
to give proper endurance, handling, speed rating,
traction, ride and other things during normal service on
your vehicle. If your tires have an all-season tread
design, the TPC number will be followed by an
“MS”
(for mud and snow).
If you ever replace your tires with those not having a
TPC Spec number, make sure they are the same size,
load range, speed rating and construction type (bias,
bias-belted ,or radial) as your original tires.
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Windshield and Wiper Blades
If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield
washer, or if the wiper blade chatters when running, wax
or other material may be on the blade
or windshield.
Clean the outside of the windshield with
GM Windshield
Cleaner, Bon-Ami Powder@
(GM Part No. 1050011).
The windshield is clean if beads do not form when you
rinse it with water.
Clean the blade by wiping vigorously with a cloth
soaked in full-strength windshield washer solvent. Then
rinse the blade with water.
Wiper blades should be checked on a regular basis and
replaced when worn.
Weatherstrips
Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them
last longer, seal better, and not stick
or squeak.
Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth at least
every six months. During very cold, damp weather
more frequent application may be required. (See
“Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index.)
Cleaning a Removable Roof Panel
Special care is necessary when cleaning, removing
and/or storing the roof panel.
0 Flush with water to remove dust and dirt, then dry
the panel.
0 Clean the panel with GM Glass Cleaner. Leave the
cleaner
on the panel for one minute, then wipe the
panel with a soft, lint-free cloth.
*
0 Don’t use abrasive cleaning materials.
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Add-on Electrical Equipment
I NOTICE:
Don’t add anything electrical to your Chevrolet
unless
you check with your dealer first. Some
electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn’t be covered by your
warranty. Some add-on electrical equipment
can keep other components from working as
they should.
Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting to
atid anything electrical to your Chevrolet, see “Servicing
Your Air Bag-Equipped Chevrolet”
in the Index.
Headlamps
The headlamp wiring is protected by a circuit breaker.
An electrical overload will cause the
lamps to go on and
off, or in some cases to remain off. If this happens, have
your headlamp wiring checked right away.
Windshield Wipers
The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit
breaker and a fuse.
If the motor overheats due to heavy
snow, etc.,
the wiper will stop until the motor cools. If
the overload is caused by some electrical problem and
not snow, etc., be sure to get it fixed.
Power Windows and Other Power Options
Circuit breakers protect the power windows and other
power accessories. When the current load is too heavy,
the circuit breaker opens and closes, protecting the
circuit until
the problem is fixed or goes away.
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Crankcase .................. 4.5 quarts (4.3 L)**
Fuel Tank
.................. 15.5 gallons (58.7 L)
Manual Transmission
Five-Speed
................. 5.9 pints (2.8 L)*
Six-Speed .................. 8.0 pints (3.8 L)*
Rear Axle Lubricant .............. 3.5 pints (1.7L)
?Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same. If the
air conditioning system in your vehicle needs
refrigerant, be sure the proper refrigerant is used. If
you’re not sure, ask your Chevrolet dealer.
Vehicle Dimensions
Length 193.2 inches (4 908 mm)
Width
74.1 inches (1 883 mm)
Height 5 1.3 inches (1 303 mm)
Wheelbase
101.1 inches (2 566 mm)
Front Tread 60.7 inches (1 542 m: ‘
Rear Tread 60.6 inches (1 540 mm)
*Recheck fluid level after filling. See “Automatic
Transmission Fluid” or “Manual Transmission Fluid” in
the Index.
**Recheck the oil level after filling.
See “Engine Oil” in
the Index.
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