ESP CHEVROLET CAMARO 1995 4.G User Guide

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You really should not park your vehicle, with a trailer
attached,
on a hill. If something goes wrong, your rig
could start to move. People can be injured, and both
your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged.
But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill, here’s
how
to do it:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Apply your regular brakes, but don’t shift into
PARK (P)
yet, or into gear for a manual
transmission.
Have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels.
When the wheel chocks
are in place, release the
regular brakes. Then apply your parking brakes until
the chocks absorb the load.
Reapply the regular brakes. Then apply your parking
brake and then shift
to PARK(P) or REVERSE (R)
for a manual transmission.
Release the regular brakes.
When You Are Ready to Leave After
Parking on a
Hill
1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down
while you:
0 Start your engine;
0 Shift into a gear; and
0 Release the parking brake.
2. Let up on the brake pedal.
3. Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks.
4. Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks.
Maintenance When Trailer Towing
Your vehicle will need service more often when you’re
pulling a trailer. See the Maintenance Schedule for more
on this. Things that are especially important in trailer
operation are automatic transmission fluid (don’t
overfill), engine oil, axle lubricant, cooling system, and
brake adjustment. Each
of these is covered in this
manual, and the Index will help you find them quickly.
If you’re trailering, it’s a good idea
to review these
sections before you start your trip.
Check periodically
to see that all hitch nuts and bolts are
tight.
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It’s unusual for a tire to “blow out” while you’re driving,
especially if you maintain your tires properly. If air goes
out of a tire, it’s much more likely to leak out slowly.
But if you should ever have a “blowout,” here are a few
tips about what to expect and what to do:
If a front tire fails, the flat tire will create a drag that
pulls the vehicle toward that side. Take your foot off the
accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly.
Steer to maintain lane position, then gently brake to a
stop well out of the traffic lane.
A rear blowout, particularly on a curve, acts much like a
skid and may require the same correction you’d use in a
skid. In any rear blowout, 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 flat, the next part shows how
to use your
jacking equipment to change a flat tire safely.
Changing a Flat Tire
If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage
by driving slowly to
a level place. Turn on your hazard
warning flashers.
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Your use of gasoline with deposit control additives will
help prevent deposits from forming
in your engine and
fuel system. That helps keep your engine in tune and
your emission control system working properly. It’s
good for your vehicle, and you’ll be doing your part for
cleaner air.
Many gasolines are now blended with oxygenates.
General Motors recommends that you use gasolines with
these blending materials, such as MTBE and ethanol. By
doing
so, you can help clean the air, especially in those
parts of the country that have high carbon monoxide
levels.
In addition, some gasoline suppliers are now producing
reformulated gasolines. These gasolines are specially
designed
to reduce vehicle emissions. General Motors
recommends that you use reformulated gasoline. By
doing
so, you can help clean the air, especially in those
parts
of the country that have high ozone levels.
You should ask your service station operators if their
gasolines contain deposit control additives and oxygenates, and
if they have been reformulated to
reduce vehicle emissions.
Fuels in Foreign Countries
If you plan on driving in another country outside the
U.S. or Canada, unleaded fuel may be hard to find. Do
not use leaded gasoline. If you use even one tankful,
your emission controls won’t work well or at all. With
continuous
use, spark plugs can get fouled, the exhaust
system can corrode, and your engine oil can deteriorate
quickly. Your vehicle’s oxygen sensor will be damaged.
All of that means costly repairs that wouldn’t be covered
by your warranty.
To check on fuel availability, ask an auto club, or
contact a major oil company that does business in the
country where you’ll be driving.
You can also write us at the following address for
advice. Just tell us where you’re going and give your
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).
General Motors Overseas Distribution Corporation
North American Export Sales (NAES)
1908 Colonel Sam Drive
Oshawa, Ontario
L1H 8P7
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Automatic Transmission Fluid
When to Check and Change
A good time to check your automatic transmission fluid
level is when the engine oil is changed. Refer to the
Maintenance Schedule to determine when to change your
fluid. See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Index.
How to Check
Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may
choose to have this done at your Chevrolet dealer
Service Department.
If you do it yourself,
be sure to follow all the instructions
here,
or you could get a false reading on the dipstick.
NOTICE:
Too much or too little fluid can damage your
transmission.
Too much can mean that some of
the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine
parts or exhaust system parts, starting a fire. Be
sure to get an accurate reading if you check your
transmission fluid.
Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the
transmission fluid level
if you have been driving:
When outside temperatures are above 90°F (32°C).
At high speed for quite a while.
0 In heavy traffic -- especially in hot weather.
0 While pulling a trailer.

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Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what
kind of transmission fluid to use. See “Recommended
Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index.
Add fluid only after checking the transmission fluid
HOT. (A COLD check is used only as a reference.) If
the fluid level is low, add only enough of
the proper
fluid to bring the level up to the
HOT area for a hot
check. It doesn’t take much fluid, generally less than
a
pint. Don ’t over$iZZ. We recommend you use only fluid
labeled DEXRON@-111, because fluid with that label is
made especially for your automatic transmission.
Damage caused by fluid other than DEXRON@-I11 is
not covered by your new vehicle warranty.
After adding fluid, recheck the fluid level as
described under
“How to Check.”
When the correct fluid level is obtained, push the
dipstick back
in all the way.
How to Check
Because this operation can be difficult, you may choose
to have this done at your Chevrolet dealer Service
Department.
If you do
it yourself, be sure to follow all the
instructions here, or you could get a false reading.
I NOTICE:
Too much or too little fluid can damage your
transmission.
Too much can mean that some of
the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine
parts or exhaust system parts, starting
a fire. Be
sure to get an accurate reading if you check your
transmission fluid.
Check the fluid level only when your engine is off, the
vehicle is parked
on a level place and the transmission is
cool enough for you to rest your fingers on the
transmission case.
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Check your tires once a month or more.
Don’t forget your compact spare tire. It should be at
60 psi (420 kPa).
DW to Check
use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire
pressure. Simply looking at the tires will not tell you the
pressure, especially if you have radial tires
-- which
may look properly inflated even if they’re underinflated.
If your tires have valve caps, be sure to put them back
on. 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
(1 0 000 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.
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If you don’t have P245/5OZR16 Goodyear Eagle GS-C
ires, use the rotation pattern shown above for your tires.
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The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C,
representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of
heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under
controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory
test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the
material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire
life, and
excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure.
The grade
C corresponds to a level of performance
which all passenger car tires must meet under the
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
No. 109. Grades
B and A represent higher levels of performance on the
laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law.
Warning: The temperature grade for this tire
is
established for a tire that is properly inflated and not
overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or
excessive loading, either separately or in combination,
can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.
These grades are molded
on the sidewalls of passenger
car tires. While
the tires available as standard or optional
equipment on General Motors vehicles may vary with
respect to these grades, all such tires meet General
Motors performance standards and have been approved
for use
on General Motors vehicles. All passenger type
(P Metric) tires must conform to Federal safety
requirements in addition to these grades.
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced
carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life
and best overall performance.
In most cases, you will not
need to have your wheels
aligned again. However,
if you notice unusual tire wear
or your vehicle pulling one way or the other, the
alignment may need to be reset. If you notice your
vehicle vibrating when driving
on a smooth road, your
wheels may need to be rebalanced.
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Here you will find out how to contact Chevrolet if you
need assistance. This section also tells
you how to obtain
service publications and how
to report any safety
defects.
This section includes information on: The Customer
Satisfaction Procedure, Customer Assistance for
Hearing or Speech Impaired,
BBB Auto Line -
Alternative Dispute Resolution Program, Reporting
Safety Defects, Roadside Assistance, and Service and
Owner Publications.
Customer Satisfaction Procedure
Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your
dealer and Chevrolet. Normally, any concern with the
sales transaction or the operation
of your vehicle will be
resolved by your dealer’s Sales or Service Departments.
Sometimes, however, despite the best intentions of all
concerned, misunderstandings can occur.
If your
concern has not been resolved
to your satisfxtion, the
following steps should be taken:
STEP ONE -- Discuss your concern with a member of
dealer management. Normally, concerns can be quickly
resolved at that level. If the matter has already been
reviewed
with the Sales, Service, or Parts Manager,
contact the owner
of the dealer or the General Manager.
STEP TWO -- If after contacting a member of dealer
management,
it appears your concern cannot be resolved
by the dealer without further help, contact the Chevrolet
Customer Assistance Center by calling 1-800-222- 1020.
In Canada, contact GM of Canada Customer Assistance
Center
in Oshawa by calling 1-800-263-3777 (English)
or 1-800-263-7854 (French).
In Mexico, call (525) 254-3777. In Puerto Rico, call
1-800-496-9992 (English) or 1-800-496-9993
(Spanish).
In the U.S. Virgin Islands, call
1-800-496-9994.
In other overseas locations, contact
GM North American Export Sales in Canada by calling
1-905-644-4
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Securing in a Rear Seat Position ................. 1-33
Securing
in the Right Front Seat Position .......... 1-34
Top Strap
................................... 1-32
WheretoPut
................................ 1-31
Cigarette Lighter
............................... 2-62
Power Options
................................ 6-69
Circuit
Breaker. Power Windows and Other
Cleaner. Air
................................... 6-18
Cleaning Aluminum Wheels
........................... 6-64
Fabric
..................................... 6-59
Glass
...................................... 6-61
Leather
.................................... 6-61
Outside
of the Windshield and Wiper Blades ....... 6-62
Removeable
Roof Panel ....................... 6-62
Special Problems
............................ 6-60
Stains
...................................... 6-60
The Inside of Your Chevrolet
................... 6-58
Tires
...................................... 6-64
Top of the Instrument Panel
.................... 6-61
Your Convertible Top
......................... 6-64
Vinyl
...................................... 6-60
Clock. Setting the
................................ 3-6
Close-OutPanel ................................ 2-60
Clutch Adjustment
.............................. 6-26
Clutch. Hydraulic
............................... 6-26
Comfort Controls
................................ 3-1
Compact Disc Care
............................. 3- 18
Compact Spare Tire
............................. 5-37
Console. Front
................................. 2-58
Control of a Vehicle
.............................. 4-5
Control. Loss
of ................................ 4- 15
Convertible Top ................................ 2-80
Convertible Top Cleaning
........................ 6-64
Convertible Top.
To Lower Your ................... 2-80
Convertible Top. To Raise Your
.................... 2-83
Convex Outside Mirror
.......................... 2-52
Coolant
....................................... 6-28
Coolant Heater. Engine
..................... 2-20. 6-17
Coolant Recovery Tank
.......................... 5-17
Coolant. How to Add to the Coolant Recovery Tank ... 5-17
Coolant. How to Add to the Radiator (LTl Engine) .... 5-22
Coolant. How to Add to the Radiator (V6 Engine)
..... 5-19
Cooling System
................................ 5-15
Courtesy Lamps ................................ 2-49
Covered Visor Vanity Mirror
...................... 2-62
Cruise Control Erasing Speed Memory
........................ 2-46
Getting Out
of ............................... 2-46
Passing Another Vehicle While Using
............ 2-45
To Increase Speed ............................ 2-44
To Resume a Set Speed
........................ 2-44
ToSet
..................................... 2-43
UseonHills
................................ 2-45
Customer Assistance for the Hearing or
Speech Impaired
............................... 8-2
Customer Assistance Information
................... 8-1
Customer Satisfaction Procedure
.................... 8-1
ToReduceSpeed
............................ 2-45
Damage. Finish
............................... 6-65
Damage. Sheet Metal
............................ 6-65
Daytime Running Lamps
......................... 2-48
Dead Battery ................................... 5-2
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Long Trip, Before Leaving on a .................... 4-22
Loss of Control
................................ 4- 15
Low Maintenance Battery
........................ 6-38
Lubricants and Fluids
............................ 6-74
Lubrication, Body
.............................. 7-46
Main Fuse Block
.............................. 6-72
Maintenance Record
............................ 7-52
Owner Checks and Services
.................... 7-45
Periodic Maintenance Inspections
............... 7-48
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
............ 7-50
Schedule
I Definition .......................... 7-4
Schedule
I1 Definition .......................... 7-5
Scheduled Maintenance Services ................. 7-3
Maintenance, Normal Replacement Parts
............ 6-76
Maintenance, Underbody
......................... 6-65
Maintenance, When Trailer Towing
................. 4-37
Manual Adjust Mirror
........................... 2-51
Manual Remote Control Mirror
.................... 2-5 1
Fifth Gear (5) (Six Speed)
..................... 2-26
First Gear
(1) (Five Speed) ..................... 2-25
First Gear
(1) (Six Speed) ...................... 2-26
Fourth Gear (4) (Five Speed)
................... 2-25
Maintenance Schedule
Schedule1
................................... 7-6
Schedule11
................................. 7-32
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light) 2-74
ManualFrontSeat
............................... 1-1
Manual Transmission
Fivespeed
................................. 2-25 Fourth Gear (4) (Six
Speed)
.................... 2-26
Fluid. Adding
............................... 6-26
Fluid. Checking
.............................. 6-26
Neutral
(N) Posjtion (Five Speed) ............... 2-25
Neutral
(N) Position (Six Speed) ................ 2-26
Parking Your Velhicle
......................... 2-33
Reverse (R) Position (Five Speed)
............... 2-25
Reverse
(R) Position (Six Speed) ................ 2-27
Second Gear (21 (Five Speed)
................... 2-25
Second Gear (2) (Six Speed)
................... 2-26
Shifting Five-Speed
................................. 2-25
Six-Speed
.................................. 2-26
Sixth Gear (6) (Six Speed) ..................... 2-26
Starting
Your Engine .......................... 2-17
Third Gear (3) (Five Speed)
.................... 2-25
Third Gear (3) (Six Speed)
..................... 2-26
Mats, Floor
.................................... 2-52
Methanol (In Fuel)
............................... 6-3
Control, Electric
............................. 2-51
Covered Visor Vanity
......................... 2-62
Convex Outside
............................. 2-52
Inside Daymight Rearview
.................... 2-50
Manual Remote Control
....................... 2-51
Visor Vanity
................................ 2-62
MTBE (In Fuel)
................................. 6-3
Manualwindows
............................... 2-36
MapPocket
................................... 2-58
Mirrors
ManualAdjust
.............................. 2-51
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