ECU CHEVROLET CLASSIC 2005 Owner's Guide

{CAUTION:
Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel
bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be
dangerous. It could affect the braking and
handling of your vehicle, make your tires lose
air and make you lose control. You could have
a collision in which you or others could be
injured. Always use the correct wheel, wheel
bolts and wheel nuts for replacement.
Notice:The wrong wheel can also cause problems
with bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer or
odometer calibration, headlamp aim, bumper height,
vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain
clearance to the body and chassis.
SeeChanging a Flat Tire on page 5-60for more
information.
Used Replacement Wheels
{CAUTION:
Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is
dangerous. You can’t know how it’s been used
or how far it’s been driven. It could fail suddenly
and cause a crash. If you have to replace a
wheel, use a new GM original equipment wheel.
Tire Chains
Notice:Use tire chains only where legal and only
when you must. Use only SAE Class “S” type chains
that are the proper size for your tires. Install them
on the front tires and tighten them as tightly as
possible with the ends securely fastened. Drive
slowly and follow the chain manufacturer’s
instructions. If you can hear the chains contacting
your vehicle, stop and retighten them. If the contact
continues, slow down until it stops. Driving too
fast or spinning the wheels with chains on will
damage your vehicle.
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Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and
Tools
{CAUTION:
Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the
passenger compartment of the vehicle could
cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision,
loose equipment could strike someone. Store
all these in the proper place.
Refer to the following diagram to assist you in storing
the compact spare tire and tools.A. Nut
B. Cover
C. Wing Bolt
D. AdapterE. Wrench
F. Jack
G. Tool Tray
H. Flat Tire
To store a flat tire, do the following:
1. Put the flat tire (H) in the compact spare tire
compartment.
2. Secure the tire with the adapter (D) and wing
bolt (C).
3. Place the cover (B) and the nut on top of the flat tire.
4. Store the jack (F) and the wrench (E) in the tool
tray (G).
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Fuses and Circuit Breakers
The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from
short circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit breakers
and fusible thermal links in the wiring itself.
Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. If the
band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure you
replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical
size and rating.
If you ever have a problem on the road and don’t have
a spare fuse, you can borrow one that has the same
amperage. Just pick a feature of your vehicle that
you can get along without — like the radio or cigarette
lighter — and use its fuse, if it is the correct amperage.
Replace it as soon as you can.
There are three fuse blocks in your vehicle:
two instrument panel fuse blocks and the engine
compartment fuse block.
There is a fuse puller located on the engine
compartment fuse block. It can be used to easily
remove fuses from the fuse block.
Instrument Panel Fuse Block
The instrument panel fuse
blocks are located at each
end of the instrument
panel. To access
the fuses, open the fuse
panel door by pulling out.
To reinstall the door, insert the hooks at the front end
first, then push the door into the instrument panel
to secure it.
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In many instances, mechanical failures are covered
under Chevrolet’s Bumper-to-Bumper warranty.
However, when other services are utilized, our Roadside
Assistance Representatives will explain any payment
obligations you might incur.
For prompt and efficient assistance when calling, please
provide the following to the Roadside Assistance
Representative:
•Your name, home address, and home
telephone number.
•Telephone number of your location.
•Location of the vehicle.
•Model, year, color, and license plate number.
•Mileage, Vehicle Identification Number (VIN),
and delivery date of the vehicle.
•Description of the problem.
While we hope you never have the occasion to use
our service, it is added security while traveling for
you and your family. Remember, we are only a
phone call away. Chevrolet Roadside Assistance:
1-800-CHEV-USA (1-800-243-8872), text telephone
(TTY) users, call 1-888-889-2438.Chevrolet reserves the right to limit services or
reimbursement to an owner or driver when, in
Chevrolet’s judgement, the claims become excessive
in frequency or type of occurrence.
Roadside Assistance is not part of or included in the
coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Chevrolet reserves the right to make any changes or
discontinue the Roadside Assistance program at
any time without notification.
Canadian Roadside Assistance
Vehicles purchased in Canada have an extensive
roadside assistance program accessible from anywhere
in Canada or the United States. Please refer to the
Warranty and Owner Assistance Information book.
Courtesy Transportation
To enhance your ownership experience, we and our
participating dealers are proud to offer Courtesy
Transportation, a customer support program for new
vehicles.
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B
Battery..........................................................5-34
Run-Down Protection...................................3-16
Before Leaving on a Long Trip.........................4-19
Brake
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)........................ 4-6
Emergencies................................................ 4-7
Parking......................................................2-22
System Inspection.......................................6-21
System Warning Light..................................3-27
Brakes..........................................................5-31
Braking........................................................... 4-5
Braking in Emergencies..................................... 4-7
Break-In, New Vehicle.....................................2-15
Bulb Replacement...........................................5-40
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL)........5-42
Front Turn Signal Lamps..............................5-42
Halogen Bulbs............................................5-40
Headlamps.................................................5-40
Replacement Bulbs......................................5-45
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and
Back-up Lamps........................................5-43
Buying New Tires...........................................5-56
C
California Fuel.................................................. 5-5
Capacities and Specifications............................5-85
Carbon Monoxide...................2-11, 2-25, 4-22, 4-35Care of
Safety Belts................................................5-73
Your Cassette Tape Player............................3-51
Your CD Player...........................................3-53
Your CDs ...................................................3-53
Center Console Storage Area...........................2-28
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL)...........5-42
Center Rear Passenger Position,
Safety Belts................................................1-22
Chains, Tire...................................................5-59
Charging System Light....................................3-27
Check
Engine Light...............................................3-30
Checking Things Under the Hood......................5-10
Chemical Paint Spotting...................................5-77
Child Restraints
Child Restraint Systems...............................1-32
Infants and Young Children...........................1-28
Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for
Children (LATCH System)..........................1-38
Older Children.............................................1-26
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for
the LATCH System...................................1-40
Securing a Child Restraint in a Center
Rear Seat Position...................................1-42
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear
Outside Seat Position...............................1-40
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right
Front Seat Position...................................1-44
Top Strap...................................................1-36
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Door
Ajar Light...................................................3-34
Delayed Locking........................................... 2-8
Door Ajar Reminder....................................... 2-8
Locks.......................................................... 2-7
Power Door Locks......................................... 2-8
Programmable Automatic Door Locks............... 2-9
Rear Door Security Locks.............................2-10
Driver
Position, Safety Belt.....................................1-11
Six-Way Power Seat...................................... 1-3
Driving
At Night.....................................................4-13
City...........................................................4-17
Defensive..................................................... 4-2
Drunken....................................................... 4-2
Freeway.....................................................4-18
Hill and Mountain Roads..............................4-20
In Rain and on Wet Roads...........................4-14
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out.................4-27
Winter........................................................4-22
E
Electrical System
Add-On Equipment......................................5-79
Engine Compartment Fuse Block...................5-83
Fuses and Circuit Breakers...........................5-80
Headlamp Wiring.........................................5-79Electrical System (cont.)
Instrument Panel Fuse Block.........................5-80
Power Windows and Other Power Options......5-79
Windshield Wiper Fuses...............................5-79
Engine
Air Cleaner/Filter.........................................5-17
Battery.......................................................5-34
Check and Service Engine Soon Light............3-30
Coolant......................................................5-18
Coolant Heater............................................2-18
Coolant Temperature Gage...........................3-29
Cooling System Inspection............................6-21
Engine Compartment Overview......................5-12
Exhaust.....................................................2-25
Oil .............................................................5-13
Overheating................................................5-22
Starting......................................................2-17
Entry/Exit Lighting...........................................3-16
Event Data Recorders (EDR)............................. 7-8
Extender, Safety Belt.......................................1-25
F
Filter
Engine Air Cleaner......................................5-17
Finish Damage...............................................5-76
Fixed Mast Antenna........................................3-53
Flash-to-Pass................................................... 3-8
Flat Tire........................................................5-60
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Horn............................................................... 3-6
How to Use This Manual...................................... ii
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly...................1-11
I
Ignition Positions.............................................2-16
Infants and Young Children, Restraints...............1-28
Inflation -- Tire Pressure..................................5-53
Inspection
Brake System.............................................6-21
Engine Cooling System................................6-21
Exhaust System..........................................6-20
Fuel System...............................................6-20
Part C - Periodic Maintenance.......................6-20
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive
Axle Boot and Seal..................................6-20
Throttle System...........................................6-21
Instrument Panel
Overview..................................................... 3-4
Instrument Panel (I/P)
Brightness..................................................3-16
Cluster.......................................................3-23
J
Jump Starting.................................................5-34
K
Keyless Entry System....................................... 2-3
Keys............................................................... 2-2
L
Labelling, Tire Sidewall....................................5-48
Lamps
Battery Run-Down Protection.........................3-16
Dome........................................................3-16
Trunk.........................................................3-16
LATCH System
Child Restraints...........................................1-38
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for
the LATCH System...................................1-40
Light
Airbag Readiness........................................3-26
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning...................3-28
Brake System Warning.................................3-27
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Light (cont.)
Charging System.........................................3-27
Door Ajar...................................................3-34
Highbeam On.............................................3-34
Low Coolant Warning...................................3-29
Low Washer Fluid Warning...........................3-34
Malfunction Indicator....................................3-30
Oil Pressure...............................................3-32
Passlock
®Warning.......................................3-33
Safety Belt Reminder...................................3-25
Service Vehicle Soon...................................3-34
Lighting
Entry/Exit...................................................3-16
Loading Your Vehicle.......................................4-27
Lockout Protection..........................................2-11
Locks
Delayed Locking........................................... 2-8
Door........................................................... 2-7
Lockout Protection.......................................2-11
Power Door.................................................. 2-8
Programmable Automatic Door Locks............... 2-9
Rear Door Security Locks.............................2-10
Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance........6-12
Loss of Control...............................................4-11
Low Coolant Warning Light..............................3-29
Low Washer Fluid Warning Light.......................3-34
M
Maintenance, Normal Replacement Parts............5-86
Maintenance Schedule
At Each Fuel Fill.........................................6-16
At Least Once a Month................................6-16
At Least Once a Year..................................6-17
At Least Twice a Year..................................6-17
Brake System Inspection..............................6-21
Engine Cooling System Inspection.................6-21
Exhaust System Inspection...........................6-20
Fuel System Inspection................................6-20
How This Section is Organized....................... 6-3
Introduction.................................................. 6-2
Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance.....6-12
Maintenance Requirements............................. 6-2
Part A - Scheduled Maintenance Services......... 6-4
Part B - Owner Checks and Services..............6-16
Part C - Periodic Maintenance Inspections.......6-20
Part D - Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants...............................................6-22
Part E - Maintenance Record........................6-23
Selecting the Right Schedule.......................... 6-5
Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance............. 6-6
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive
Axle Boot and Seal Inspection...................6-20
Throttle System Inspection............................6-21
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Q
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts.........1-10
R
Radios..........................................................3-36
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player................3-51
Care of Your CD Player...............................3-53
Care of Your CDs........................................3-53
Radio with Cassette and CD.........................3-41
Radio with CD............................................3-37
Setting the Time for Radios with Radio
Data Systems (RDS)................................3-36
Setting the Time for Radios without Radio
Data Systems (RDS)................................3-36
Theft-Deterrent............................................3-51
Understanding Reception..............................3-51
Rear Door Security Locks................................2-10
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides......................1-23
Rear Seat Passengers, Safety Belts..................1-19
Rearview Mirrors.............................................2-27
Reclining Seatbacks.......................................... 1-4
Recreational Vehicle Towing.............................4-33
Remote Keyless Entry System............................ 2-3
Remote Keyless Entry System, Operation............ 2-4
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the
Spare Tire..................................................5-63Removing the Spare Tire and Tools...................5-62
Replacement Bulbs.........................................5-45
Reporting Safety Defects
General Motors...........................................7-10
United States Government............................7-10
Restraint System Check
Checking the Restraint Systems....................1-52
Replacing Restraint System Parts
After a Crash..........................................1-53
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)......................2-17
Right Front Passenger Position, Safety Belts......1-19
Roadside
Assistance Program....................................... 7-5
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out....................4-27
Running the Engine While Parked.....................2-26
S
Safety Belt
Reminder Light............................................3-25
Safety Belts
Care of......................................................5-73
Center Rear Passenger Position....................1-22
Driver Position............................................1-11
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly................1-11
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts.....1-10
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for
Children and Small Adults.........................1-23
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Safety Belts (cont.)
Rear Seat Passengers.................................1-19
Right Front Passenger Position......................1-19
Safety Belt Extender....................................1-25
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy.................1-18
Safety Belts Are for Everyone......................... 1-6
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster........................1-18
Safety Warnings and Symbols.............................. iii
Seats
Head Restraints............................................ 1-5
Manual........................................................ 1-2
Reclining Seatbacks...................................... 1-4
Six-Way Power Driver.................................... 1-3
Second-Gear Start..........................................2-22
Securing a Child Restraint
Center Rear Seat Position............................1-42
Designed for the LATCH System...................1-40
Rear Outside Seat Position...........................1-40
Right Front Seat Position..............................1-44
Selecting the Right Schedule, Maintenance.......... 6-5
Service........................................................... 5-3
Adding Equipment to the Outside of
Your Vehicle.............................................. 5-5
Doing Your Own Work................................... 5-4
Engine Soon Light.......................................3-30
Publications Ordering Information...................7-10
Vehicle Soon Light.......................................3-34
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle..............1-52Setting the Time
Radios with Radio Data Systems (RDS).........3-36
Radios without Radio Data Systems (RDS).....3-36
Sheet Metal Damage.......................................5-76
Shifting Into Park (P).......................................2-23
Shifting Out of Park (P)...................................2-24
Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance................ 6-6
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster...........................1-18
Signals, Turn and Lane-Change.......................... 3-8
Spare Tire
Compact....................................................5-70
Installing....................................................5-63
Removing...................................................5-62
Storing.......................................................5-69
Specifications, Capacities.................................5-85
Speedometer..................................................3-24
Starting Your Engine.......................................2-17
Steering.......................................................... 4-8
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle
Boot and Seal Inspection..............................6-20
Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel................................. 3-6
Storage Areas
Center Console Storage Area........................2-28
Cupholder(s)...............................................2-28
Glove Box..................................................2-28
Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow......................4-26
Sun Visors.....................................................2-14
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