CHEVROLET SSR 2003 1.G Owners Manual

If a Tire Goes Flat
Your vehicle has no spare tire, no tire changing
equipment and no place to store a tire.
It’s unusual for a tire to “blow out” while you’re driving,
especially if you maintain your tires properly. See
Tires on page 5-51. If air goes out of a tire, it’s much
more likely to leak out slowly. But if you should
ever have a “blow out” here are a few tips about what to
expect and what to do:
If a front tire fails, the at tire will create a drag that
pulls the vehicle toward that side. Take your foot off the
accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel rmly.
Steer to maintain lane position, and then gently brake to
a stop well out of the traffic lane.
A rear blow out, particularly on a curve, acts much like
a skid and may require the same correction you’d
use in a skid. In any rear blow out, remove your foot
from the accelerator pedal. Get the vehicle under control
by steering the way you want the vehicle to go. It may
be very bumpy and noisy, but you can still steer. Gently
brake to a stop, well off the road if possible.
If a tire goes at, avoid further tire and wheel damage by
driving slowly to a level place and stopping. Then do this:
1. Turn on the hazard warning ashers.
2. Set the parking brake rmly.
3. Put the shift lever in PARK (P).4. Turn off the engine.
5. Inspect the at tire.
If the tire has been separated from the wheel or has
damaged sidewalls or large tears that allow rapid
air loss, call a tire repair facility. SeeRoadside
Assistance Program on page 7-5.
If the at tire is due to a slow leak caused by a nail or
other similar road hazard, the tire inator kit may be used
to repair the damaged tire temporarily. The kit uses a
liquid tire sealant to seal small punctures in the tread
area of the tire. The at tire is then inated to at least
26 psi (179 kPa) and driven to evenly distribute the tire
sealant. The tire pressure is checked after driving for a
maximum of 10 minutes to see if the slow leak has been
stopped. If the tire pressure is 19 psi (131 kPa) or more,
inate the tire up to the standard operating pressure as
shown on the tire and loading information label found on
center pillar near the door latch or on the rear edge of the
driver’s door. SeeInation - Tire Pressure on page 5-56.
You should have the damaged tire repaired as soon as
possible. The tire sealant is a temporary repair only.
For more information regarding the tire inator kit
seeTire Inator Kit on page 5-66.
Notice:If the tire pressure has dropped below
19 psi (131 kPa), the vehicle should not be driven.
Damage to the tire may be severe and the sealant
will not be effective. Contact Roadside Assistance,
seeRoadside Assistance Program on page 7-5.
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Tire Inator Kit
Your vehicle is equipped with a tire inator kit. It is
located behind the driver’s seat of your vehicle. Use the
following directions for use of your tire inator kit
instead of directions you may nd on or near the kit.
The repair kit contains the following:
A. Air Compressor
B. Tire Sealant
C. Sealant Filling Hose
D. Air Compressor
Accessory Plug
E. Air Compressor
Inator HoseF. Air Pressure Gage
G. Sealant Filling
Hose Plug
H. Valve Core Remover
I. Spare Valve Core
J. 55 mph (90 km/h)
Label
Accessing the Tire Inator Kit
To access the tire inator kit for use, do the following:
1. Loosen the two nuts holding the tire inator kit cover
in place.
2. Remove the cover.
3. Grasp the handle and pull the tire inator kit out.
4. Open the tire inator kit case by lifting up the
two tabs located on either side of the kit handle.
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Tire Sealant
The kit contains a liquid sealant that when injected into
a at tire, may temporarily repair nail holes or cuts
in the tread area of the tire. The tire sealant cannot
repair tire damage caused while driving on a at tire or
a tire that has had a “blow out” or a tire that has
punctures in the sidewall areas. The tire sealant solution
is a one-time use application for one tire only. Check
the tire sealant expiration date; the sealant may not be
as effective beyond the expiration date. The tire
sealant can be peeled off easily after drying.
Using Tire Sealant
Before using the tire sealant, be sure the valve stem
area is clean and free of debris, such as mud, snow, ice,
brake dust, etc. The valve stem should be located at
the bottom of the tire before applying the tire sealant.
To apply the tire sealant, do the following:
1. Turn the valve cap on the tire valve
counterclockwise to remove it.
2. Remove the valve core using the valve core tool
provided in the tire inator kit. An extra valve core
is also provided in the kit.3. Shake the bottle to make sure the sealant is well
mixed.
4. Attach the tire sealant lling hose to the bottle of
tire sealant to pierce the seal on the bottle.
5. Remove the sealing plug from the end of the lling
hose and insert the end of the hose over the tire
valve.
6. Hold the bottle upside down over the tire valve and
squeeze the sealant into the tire until the bottle is
empty.
7. Remove the sealant lling hose from the tire valve
and reinstall the sealing plug.
8. Insert the valve core back into the tire valve. Turn
valve core tool clockwise to secure the valve core.
Once the tire sealant is applied, you can use the
compressor to inate the tire.
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Air Compressor
A. Inating Hose
B. Air Pressure GageC. ON/OFF Switch
D. Air Compressor PlugThe air compressor included in the tire inator kit was
designed exclusively for your vehicle. After the sealant
has been injected into the at tire, use the air compressor
to inate the at tire. Follow these instructions:
1. Put the transmission in PARK (P) and apply the
parking brake. SeeShifting Into Park (P) on
page 2-20andParking Brake on page 2-19.
2. Attach the nozzle on the compressor to the valve
stem of the at tire, and then insert the plug into
an accessory power outlet on your vehicle.
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{CAUTION:
Idling the engine in a closed-in place or with
the climate control system off can cause
deadly carbon monoxide (CO). SeeEngine
Exhaust on page 2-22.Notice:The car engine must be running to
avoid draining the battery while running the
air compressor.
3. Start your vehicle.
4. Turn the compressor on to inate the tire.
{CAUTION:
Inating something too much can make it
explode, and you or others could be injured.
Be sure to read the inator instructions, and
inate the tire to its recommended pressure.
Do not exceed 36 psi (248 kPa).
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5. Inate the tire to at
least 26 psi (179 kPa),
but not more than
36 psi (248 kPa).
Notice:If the air compressor runs for more
than six minutes, at a time, it may overheat.
The excessive heat could damage the compressor.
Always operate the compressor for six minutes
or less when inating a tire.6. Inate the tire for
up to a maximum
of six minutes.
Notice:If 26 psi (179 kPa) tire pressure cannot be
reached after six minutes the vehicle should not
be driven further. Damage to the tire is severe and
the sealant will not be effective. Remove the air
compressor plug from the accessory power outlet
and unscrew the inating hose from the tire
valve. See “Roadside Assistance” in the Index.
7. If 26 psi (179 kPa) tire pressure is reached in
six minutes or less, disconnect the air compressor.
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8. Attach the enclosed
maximum speed label
to the inside upper
left corner of the
windshield or to the
face of the radio/clock.
The maximum speed label reminds you to drive
cautiously and not to exceed 55 mph (90 km/h)
until you have the damaged tire inspected
and repaired.9. Drive the vehicle immediately to distribute the tire
sealant evenly inside the tire.
10. After driving for 10 minutes, recheck the tire
pressure. If the tire pressure is 19 psi (131 kPa) or
more, inate the tire to the standard operating
pressure as shown on the Certication/Tire label
located on the edge of the driver’s door.
If the tire pressure has dropped below 19 psi
(131 kPa), do not continue to drive the vehicle.
The tire is severely damaged and the tire sealant
will not be effective. Repair or replace the tire
as soon as possible.
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Tire Inator Kit Storage
The tire inator kit is stored behind the driver’s seat
in your vehicle. To reinstall the kit after use, do
the following:
{CAUTION:
Storing the tire inator kit 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 the tire inator kit in the
proper place.
1. Place the air compressor pump and accessories
into the inator kit case.
2. Move the driver’s seat forward and tilt the seatback
forward out of the way.
3. Place the cover over the tire inator kit.
4. Hold the kit with the cover on against the back wall
of the passenger compartment in the designated
storage area as you perform the next step.
5. Reinstall the two nuts holding the tire inator kit
cover in place.
Appearance Care
Cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic.
Other cleaning products can burst into ames if a match
is struck near them or if they get on a hot part of the
vehicle. Some are dangerous if their fumes are inhaled
in an enclosed space. When anything from a container
is used to clean the vehicle, be sure to follow the
manufacturer’s warnings and instructions. Always open
the doors or windows of the vehicle when cleaning
the inside.
Never use these to clean the vehicle:
Benzene
Naphtha
Carbon Tetrachloride
Acetone
Paint Thinner
Turpentine
Lacquer Thinner
Nail Polish Remover
They can all be hazardous — some more than
others —and they can all damage the vehicle, too.
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Do not use any of these products unless this manual
says you can. In many uses, these will damage
the vehicle:
Alcohol
Laundry Soap
Bleach
Reducing Agents
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle
Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and
loose dirt. Wipe vinyl, leather, plastic and painted
surfaces with a clean, damp cloth.
Cleaning Fabric/Carpet
Your dealer has cleaners for the cleaning of fabric and
carpet. They will clean normal spots and stains very
well. You can get GM approved cleaning products from
your dealer. SeeVehicle Care/Appearance Materials
on page 5-79.
Here are some cleaning tips:
Always read the instructions on the cleaner label.
Clean up stains as soon as you can — before
they set.
Carefully scrape off any excess stain.
Use a clean cloth or sponge, and change to a clean
area often. A soft brush may be used if stains are
stubborn.
If a ring forms on fabric after spot cleaning, clean
the entire area immediately or it will set.
Using Cleaner on Fabric
1. Vacuum and brush the area to remove any
loose dirt.
2. Always clean a whole trim panel or section.
Mask surrounding trim along stitch or welt lines.
3. Follow the directions on the container label.
4. Apply cleaner with a clean sponge. Don’t saturate
the material and don’t rub it roughly.
5. As soon as you’ve cleaned the section, use a
sponge to remove any excess cleaner.
6. Wipe cleaned area with a clean, water-dampened
towel or cloth.
7. Wipe with a clean cloth and let dry.
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Special Fabric Cleaning Problems
Stains caused by such things as catsup, coffee (black),
egg, fruit, fruit juice, milk, soft drinks, vomit, urine
and blood can be removed as follows:
1. Carefully scrape off excess stain, then sponge the
soiled area with cool water.
2. If a stain remains, follow the cleaner instructions
described earlier.
3. If an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine,
treat the area with a water/baking soda solution:
1 teaspoon (5 ml) of baking sold to 1 cup (250 ml)
of lukewarm water.
4. Let dry.
Stains caused by candy, ice cream, mayonnaise, chili
sauce and unknown stains can be removed as follows:
1. Carefully scrape off excess stain.
2. First, clean with cool water and allow to dry
completely.
3. If a stain remains, follow the cleaner instructions
described earlier.
Cleaning Vinyl
Use warm water and a clean cloth.
Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt.
You may have to do this more than once.
Things like tar, asphalt and shoe polish will stain if
you don’t get them off quickly. Use a clean cloth
and vinyl cleaner. See your dealer for this product.
Cleaning Leather
Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap or
saddle soap and wipe dry with a soft cloth. Then, let
the leather dry naturally. Do not use heat to dry.
For stubborn stains, use a leather cleaner.
Neveruse oils, varnishes, solvent-based or abrasive
cleaners, furniture polish or shoe polish on leather.
Soiled or stained leather should be cleaned
immediately. If dirt is allowed to work into the nish,
it can harm the leather.
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