ECU CHEVROLET TRACKER 2001 2.G Owner's Manual

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The luggage carrier has side rails and crossrails attached
to the roof to secure cargo. To install the crossrails,
follow these steps:
1. Turn the screw cover
lock to the unlocked
position and lower
the cover.
2. Turn the screw counterclockwise to loosen the
mounting attachment so it can fit over the side rails.

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3. Mount the crossrails onto the side rails and adjust
their position so the cargo can be mounted properly.
Make sure the crossrails are not slanted.4. Tighten the screws securely, taking care not
to overtighten them. Then raise and lock the
screw covers.

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Be sure the cargo is properly loaded. Follow
these guidelines:

Carrying small, heavy loads on the roof is
not recommended.

Do not load cargo directly on the roof panel.

If you need to carry long items, move the crossrails
as far apart as possible. Tie the load to the tie downs
provided. Also tie the load to the bumpers. Do not
tie the load so tightly that the crossrails or side rails
are damaged.
NOTICE:
Loading cargo that weighs more than 100 lbs.
(45 kg) on the luggage carrier may damage
your vehicle. When you carry large things,
never let them hang over the rear or the sides
of your vehicle.
Put the cargo against the side rails and fasten
it securely to the luggage carrier. Put the main
weight as far forward as possible to keep the
load from shifting.
Don't exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when
loading your vehicle. For more information on vehicle
capacity and loading, see ªLoading Your Vehicleº
in the Index.
To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you're driving,
check now and then to make sure the luggage carrier
and cargo are still securely fastened.
To reduce unnecessary windnoise generated by air flow
over the crossrails, remove them from the vehicle when
not in use. The original shipping carton may be retained
for storage of the roof rack cross rails.
To remove your crossrails, do the following:
1. Insert the crossrail cover key and turn the screw
cover lock to the unlocked position and lower the
cover (all four covers).
2. Turn the screw counterclockwise to loosen the
mounting attachment so that it can fit over the
side rails (all four mounting attachments).
3. Remove the crossrails and store them in the box.

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6. Wrap the holding strap around the canvas top
and snap it to the front top bow retaining strap.
7. Push the front top bow latches down until
they ªclick.º
8. Swing your sun visors up and raise your antenna.
Reverse the steps to close your sunroof. Be sure your
front top bow is latched securely.
Removing and Installing Your
Rear Window
The rear window on your vehicle is removable.
This allows you to open the back opening all the way
or to replace the window if it becomes deteriorated.
To remove the rear window do the following:
1. Open the rear gate all the way.
2. Unfasten the canvas flaps at the lower corners of the
rear window to uncover the zipper pull.
3. Unzip the rear window.

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2. Then start by zipping the zipper about 3 inches
(8 cm), to hold the window in place. When zipping,
place the rear bottom corner of the window inside
the rear part of the vehicle body to help support
the window while you engage the zipper end.
3. Install the plastic strip into the window channel
before completely zipping the window. There is a
locating pin in the front upper corner to assist in
aligning the window.
4. Pull rearward on the rear edge of the window to
make sure the window is secure and finish zipping
the window.
5. After completing installation, make sure that the
front and bottom ends are securely hooked and the
rear top end of the window is under the canvas top.
6. Refasten the plastic clip at the top front corner of the
side window. Restore the tension to the canvas top
support arms.

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1. Remove the side windows of the canvas top as
shown previously. Remember to release the tension
in the canvas top support arms first.
2. Open the rear window and hang it down inside
the luggage compartment (or over the top of the
vehicle's trunk).
3. Unfasten the snaps that secure the canvas top to
the roof. The snaps are located on either side of
the dome lamp. Reattach the snaps which hold
the sunroof canvas in place.

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Off-Road Driving with Your
Four
-Wheel-Drive Vehicle
This off-road guide is for vehicles that have
four
-wheel drive.
Also, see ªAnti
-Lock Brakesº in the Index.
If your vehicle doesn't have four
-wheel drive, you
shouldn't drive off
-road unless you're on a level,
solid surface.
Off
-road driving can be great fun. But it does have
some definite hazards. The greatest of these is the
terrain itself.
ªOff
-roadingº means you've left the great North
American road system behind. Traffic lanes aren't
marked. Curves aren't banked. There are no road signs.
Surfaces can be slippery, rough, uphill or downhill. In
short, you've gone right back to nature.
Off
-road driving involves some new skills. And that's
why it's very important that you read this guide. You'll
find many driving tips and suggestions. These will help
make your off
-road driving safer and more enjoyable.
Before You Go Off-Roading
There are some things to do before you go out.
For example, be sure to have all necessary maintenance
and service work done. Check to make sure all
underbody shields (if so equipped) are properly
attached. Be sure you read all the information about
your four
-wheel-drive vehicle in this manual. Is there
enough fuel? Is the spare tire fully inflated? Are the
fluid levels up where they should be? What are the local
laws that apply to off
-roading where you'll be driving?
If you don't know, you should check with law
enforcement people in the area. Will you be on
someone's private land? If so, be sure to get the
necessary permission.
Loading Your Vehicle for Off-Road Driving
There are some important things to remember about
how to load your vehicle.

The heaviest things should be on the load floor and
forward of your rear axle. Put heavier items as far
forward as you can.

Be sure the load is secured properly, so driving on
the off
-road terrain doesn't toss things around.

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CAUTION:

Cargo on the load floor piled higher than
the seatbacks can be thrown forward
during a sudden stop. You or your
passengers could be injured. Keep cargo
below the top of the seatbacks.

Unsecured cargo on the load floor can be
tossed about when driving over rough
terrain. You or your passengers can be
struck by flying objects. Secure the
cargo properly.

Heavy loads on the roof raise the vehicle's
center of gravity, making it more likely to
roll over. You can be seriously or fatally
injured if the vehicle rolls over. Put heavy
loads inside the cargo area, not on the roof.
Keep cargo in the cargo area as far forward
and low as possible.
You'll find other important information in this manual.
See ªVehicle Loading,º ªLuggage Carrierº and ªTiresº
in the Index.
Environmental Concerns
Off-road driving can provide wholesome and satisfying
recreation. However, it also raises environmental
concerns. Chevrolet recognizes these concerns and urges
every off
-roader to follow these basic rules for
protecting the environment:

Always use established trails, roads and areas that
have been specially set aside for public off
-road
recreational driving; obey all posted regulations.

Avoid any driving practice that could damage the
environment
-- shrubs, flowers, trees, grasses -- or
disturb wildlife (this includes wheel
-spinning,
breaking down trees or unnecessary driving through
streams or over soft ground).

Always carry a litter bag . . . make sure all refuse is
removed from any campsite before leaving.

Take extreme care with open fires (where permitted),
camp stoves and lanterns.

Never park your vehicle over dry grass or other
combustible materials that could catch fire from the
heat of the vehicle's exhaust system.

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You may see highway signs on mountains that warn
of special problems. Examples are long grades,
passing or no
-passing zones, a falling rocks area
or winding roads. Be alert to these and take
appropriate action.
Winter Driving
Here are some tips for winter driving:

Have your vehicle in good shape for winter.

You may want to put winter emergency supplies in
your vehicle.
Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply
of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer
clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a red cloth and
reflective warning triangles. And, if you will be driving
under severe conditions, include a small bag of sand, a
piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help
provide traction. Be sure you properly secure these
items in your vehicle.
Driving on Snow or Ice
Most of the time, those places where your tires meet the
road probably have good traction.
However, if there is snow or ice between your tires and
the road, you can have a very slippery situation. You'll
have a lot less traction or ªgripº and will need to be
very careful.

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2. If your vehicle is a four-wheel-drive vehicle, turn the
ignition key to ON, move the transfer case lever into
NEUTRAL and make sure the 4WD light on the
instrument panel cluster is turned off. See
ªFour
-Wheel Driveº in the Index.
3. Turn the ignition key to ACC to unlock the
steering wheel.
4. Make sure the front wheels are facing straight
forward and secure the steering wheel with a steering
wheel clamping device designed for towing.
NOTICE:
Make sure that the towing speed does not exceed
55 mph (90 km/h), or your vehicle could be
badly damaged.
Towing Your Vehicle from the Front
(Four-Wheel-Drive Only)
NOTICE:
If your vehicle is a two-wheel drive model, do not
tow it on all four wheels. If you do, your
transmission could be damaged and the damage
would not be covered by your warranty.