CHEVROLET CAMARO 1999 4.G Owners Manual

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You can store the sunshades two different ways:

When the T
-tops are in use, store the sunshades in
their storage area in the rear of the vehicle, and make
sure the cargo cover is in its closed, upright position.

When you have the T
-tops off and in their storage
slots, store the sunshades on the T
-tops, in their
installed position.
Convertible Top (If Equipped)
The following procedures explain the proper operation
of your convertible top.
Lowering Your Convertible Top
NOTICE:
Don't leave your convertible out with the top
down for any long periods of time. The sun and
the rain can damage your seat material and other
things inside your vehicle.
1. It is recommended that you park on a level surface.
Set the parking brake firmly. Shift an automatic
transmission into PARK (P) or a manual
transmission into REVERSE (R). The ignition must
be in ACC or RUN. Lower both sun visors.

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NOTICE:
It is not recommended that you raise or lower the
top while the vehicle is moving.
NOTICE:
Don't lower the top if it is damp or wet. When
the top is down, trapped water can cause stains,
mildew and damage to the inside of your vehicle.
Be sure to dry off the top before you lower it.
NOTICE:
It is not recommended to lower the top if the
vehicle is out in cold weather (0
F/
-18
C or
lower), or you may damage top components.
NOTICE:
Before lowering the convertible top into the
storage area, be sure there are no objects in the
way of the folded, stored top. The weight of a
stored top on items in the storage area will cause
the convertible top back glass to break.

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2. Unlock the front of the convertible top by pushing on
the smaller part of the latch, then pulling down on
the larger part of the latch. Be sure the hook on the
latch that attaches into the hole at the
windshield releases.
3. Make sure there is
nothing or anyone on or
around the top. Push and
hold down the down
arrow (

) on the
convertible TOP switch.
The switch is next to your cigarette lighter. The top will
automatically lower into the storage area.
Installing the Boot Cover
After lowering the convertible top, you'll want to install
the boot cover. The three
-piece boot cover is stored in a
bag in the hatch.
1. Flip the two convertible top latches to the
closed position.
2. Open the hatch and remove the two side covers and
the middle section from the storage bag.
3. Install the two side covers by inserting the tab
into the front seatbelt cover. Lower the covers onto
the vehicle.

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4. Install the middle section of the cover by sliding the
tabs into the slots on the right side cover. Lower the
cover and insert the latch.
5. Close the hatch.
Removing Your Boot Cover
1. Open the hatch. Remove the middle piece of the
cover by pushing in on the latch and lifting up on
the cover.

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2. Remove the two side pieces of the boot cover by
lifting the rear cover and sliding them out of
their slots.3. Store each piece of the cover in its separate
compartment in the storage bag, store the bag in the
hatch and close the hatch.
4. Disengage the two convertible top latches.

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1. It is recommended that you park on a level surface.
Set the parking brake firmly. If you have an
automatic transmission, shift into PARK (P). If you
have a manual transmission, shift into
REVERSE (R). The ignition must be in ACC, RUN
or RAP must be on. Then lower both sun visors and
lower both windows at least three inches (8 cm). If
the boot cover is in place, it must be removed first.
NOTICE:
It is not recommended that you raise or lower the
top while the vehicle is moving.
2. Push and hold the up
arrow (

) on the
convertible TOP switch.
3. Pull down on the latches and align the hooks with
the holes. Push forward on the larger part of the latch
until it clicks. Do not force the latch. If it is hard to
lock, the top is not properly aligned.

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NOTICE:
The convertible top may be tight when pushing
forward on the latch when your vehicle is new,
but it will loosen up with time. Make sure that
the hooks are properly aligned before using any
kind of force.
If your vehicle suffers a power loss, such as a dead
battery, you can still raise the top manually by turning
the valve in the driver's side of the hatch.
Open the hatch and find the tab along the driver's side
trim panel. Lift up the tab and turn the valve
counterclockwise to release the hydraulic pressure. Turn
the ignition key to LOCK. You can now raise or lower
your top manually. Be sure to close the valve after
installing your top so you can raise or lower it
electrically later.

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The Instrument Panel--Your Information System

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A. Air Vents
B. Main Lamp Control
C. Instrument Panel Cluster
D. Fog Lamp Switch (If Equipped)
E. Acceleration Slip Regulation (ASR) Button or
Second
-Gear Start Button (V6 Automatic
without ASR)
F. Audio System
G. Comfort Controls
H. Glove Box
I. CupholdersJ. Parking Brake Lever
K. Storage Console
L. Shift Lever
M. Convertible Top Switch (If Equipped)
N. Rear Window Defogger Button
O. Horn
P. Remote Hatch Release
Q. Cigarette Lighter
R. Ashtray
S. Accessory Power Outlet

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Instrument Panel Cluster
5.7L V8 engine shown, 3800 V6 engine similar
Your instrument cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You'll know how fast
you're going, your engine's rpms, about how much fuel you have left and many other things you'll need to know to
drive safely and economically.