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SECTION 3
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
. FOUR·WAY HAZARD WARNING FLASHER
Use the hazard warning flasher to warn other drivers any time your vehicle becomes a traffic hazard. day or night. Avoid stopping on the roadway if possible, To turn it on. push the button (inside the collar) beneath the steering
wheelan the right of the steering column. The flasher should work with the
ignition either off or on .
The turn
signals do not work when the hazard flasher is on. On some vehicles. if the brake pedal is pushed down. the lights will not flash until the brake is
released. To turn off the flasher. pull the button collar out.
EMERGENCY STARTING YOUR VEHICI.E .DUE TO A
DISCHARGED BATTERY
H your vehicle will not start rue to a discharged battery. it can often be started
by using energy from another battery -a procedure called "jump starting."
NOnCE: Do not push or tow thl' vehicle to start It. Under some conditions this may damage the catalytlc ·converter or other parts of the vehicle. Alao, 'since this vehicle ,has a 12 volt bettery, be sure the vehlc .. or equiprnetlt used to jump start your engine Is also 12 volt. Use of any other type syltem mey damage the vehicle', electrical components.
Jump Starting Instructions
CAUTION: Battet1H productl .~ gases, contain corrosive acid and supply ~ls of electrical current hlgh enough &0 cause bums. Therefore, to reduce the risk of peraoMIlnjury when working near 8 banery:
• Always shield your ayes and avOid leaning over a MtttIry whenever possible.
• Do not expose a battery to open,'ftames or spark&.
• Be sure any batter. that have fll .... caps are properly filled with fluid.
• Do not _aDow battery acid to contact eyes or skin. Flush any contacted area with w8ter Immediately and thOrOughly. Mel get mecIcaI hMp.
• FoUow each -step in the jump at8rting Jnstructiona.
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or above the
"FULL HOT" mark on the recovery tank.
CAUTION: Keep hand., toots and clothing -away from the engine COOling fa", to help prevent personIl intUry. lhiIlan is electric and can come on whether Or not the engine Is rUnning. 111. tan can start automatically In .respon .. to a heat sensor when the ignition Is in "Run."
Make sure the water pu"",, belts are not broken, or off the pulleys , and that the fan runs when the engine is running and there is an indication on the instrument panel of an overheat condition.
If the coolant level in the recovery tank is low, look for leaks at the radiator
hoses and connections, heater hoses and connections, radiator I and water pump. If you find major leaks, or spot other problems that may have caused
the engine to overheat,
do not run the engine untilthese problems have been
corrected. If you do not find a leak or other problem, caretully add coolant to
the recovery tank. (Coolant is a mixture of ethylene glycol antifreeze and water; see "Engine Cooling System" in "'Service and Maintenance," Section 5, for the proper antifreeze and mixture.) .
CAUTION: Under: some:' conditione, the ethylen~ glycol In engine coolant Is . combustible. -To help avoid being burned, DO NOT spill antifreeze or coolant on the exhauat system or hot engine parts..
If the coolant level in the recovery tank is at the correct level but there is still
an indication on the instrument panel of an overheat condition:
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You may add coolant directly to the radiator. YOU MUST LET ENGINE COOL FIRST. See "Coolant Replacement" under "Engine Cooling
System"
in Section 5, "Service and Maintenance" in this manual. Follow steps t through 3 for the correct way to remove the radiator
cap
and add coolant.
Once the Engine Coolant Temperature light has gone out (or the Engine Coolant Temperature gage no longer signals an overheat condition), you can
resume
driving at a reduced speed. Return to normal driving after about ten
minutes If the light does not come back on (or the gage pointer does not again
show
ao overheat condition).
tf no cause for the overheat condition was found, see a qualified service technician.
JACKING
CAUTION
To help avoid personal injury:
• FollOW all jacking and stowage instructions .
• Use jack only for lifting this vehicle during wheel change.
• Never get beneath the vehicle, start or run engine while vehicle is
supported by jack.
• Always securely restow spare tire (or flat tire) and all jacking equipment.
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JACl LOCATIONS TO RQCI(ER FLANGE NOTCH
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OCKER FlANGE N ~
JACI(HEAD , GROOve
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WHENEVER A WHEEL IS CHA~GED. ALWAYS REMOVE ANY CQRROSIOH THAT MAY 8f !'RUENT ON INSID( OF WHEEL ANO WHEEL MOUNTING StJAFACE ON VEHIClE_
1. PARK ON A lEVEL SURFACE AND SET PARKING IIR AKE FIRMLY.
SET AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION IN "PARK" (MANUAL TRANSMISSION IN ·'ReVERSE"I. J. TURN ON THE HAlARO WARNING FLASHER 4. REMOVE JACKING TOOLS AND SPARE TIRE FROM
STOWAGE AREA. 6. BLOCK FRONT AND REAR OF WHEEL DIAGONALLY OPPOSITE WHEEL BEING REMOVED BEFORE OPERATING JACK. 6. LOOSEN,8tH DO HOT REMOVE WHEEL NUTS BY TURN . ING WRENCH COUNTERCLOCKWISE. flf EWIf'PED WITH
CHROME CAI'f'EDWHfEL NU TS , NUTS MAY BE DAMAGEO If WHEEL NUT WRENCH lS NOT FUllY SEATEDQN NUn. PLACE LEVER IN "UP~ POSITION AND PLACE JACK UNOER ROCKER FLANGE NOTCH NEA REST WHEEL BEING REMOVE D. 8. RAISE JAC!!; UNTIL JACK HEAD GROOVE FITS INTO ROCKER FLANGE NOTCH , 9. OPERATE JACK WITH SLOW , SMOOTH MOTION, USING HAND OR FOOT TO PUMP HANDLE. 10 RAISE VEHICLE SOAN INfLATED TIRE WILL JUST CLEAR SURfACE. Ri;MOVE NUTS. WHEEL 11 INSTALL WHEEL ANO Ai;PLACE WHEEL NUTS WITH CONE sttAPEO END TOWARO WHEEl. THEN SLiGHTL V TIGHTEN EACH Nl.IT. WHEEL MUST BE SEATED ON HUB.
1 2. PlACE LEVER IN "'DOWN'" P~TION. 13 . lOWER VEHICLE, ANO fULlY TIGHTEN WHEEL NUTS IN A CRISSCROSS SEOUtNCE 8Y TURNfNG WRENCH CLOC!!;WISf. . I.. AS SOON AS POSSI8U TIGHTEN WHEEL NUTS WITH A WHEEL WRIlNCH, ('fiIi TORQUIE SPECIFICATIONS SECTIONe,) 15. JACK RATCHIETMIlCHANISM SHOULD BEQILED Antill EACH USE. WHEN DRIVING THE VEHICLE WITH THE COMPACT SPARE INSTALLED, STOW THE WHUL'TRIM COVER ASSEMBLY flAT ON THE REAR FLOOR eEHINO THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT.
STOWAGE INSTRUCTIONS
JACK STOWAGE
W(NG
WHEEL STOWAGE
'N COMPACT SPAll 01 COVEl INSTAlLATtON WITHOUT WHIEL
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CAUTION: Always securely reatow the, spare tire assembly (or flat tir.), all jacking
equipment, and the cover , using the means provided . When driving the car with the Compact Spare instel~. stow the ",Met COYer in the trunk. In station wagons and hatchbecks, when the rear seat Is folded down, stow the wheel cover nat on the rear floor behind the right front seat. When the r •• r' seat is up, stow the wheel cover in the rear area . This will help keep SUch1tung. trom being thrown about and injuring people during II colhion or • sudden maneuver ..
WHEEL NUT TORQUE
CAUTION:, Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. Snug all wheel nuta and then tighten to the specified torque In the numerical sequence shown. Improperly tightened wheet nuts coukl eventually alk>w' the wheel to come off while the veh;ckt is 'moving, pOssibly , causing loss of control and/or pertonal injury or damage. As soon as possible after instilling any wheel, have II technician tighten wheel nuts with a torque wrench to the torque Mlown in "Specifications ," Section 6.
(Also see the "Replace ment F~st!3ners" Caution in "Servic e and
Maintenance," Section 5 regarding the danger of mixing metric and customary fasteners . See the "tnspection and Rotation" Caution under "Tires" in the
same section regarding the importance of obtaining
good metal-to-metal
contact.)
Spare Tire
At least monthly, check the spare tire to be sure that it is stowed
securely and properly inflated. If you have a Compact Spare, adjust the
pressure
to 415 kilopascals (60 pounds per square inch). (To find out if you have a COmpact Spare, see "Compact Spare " in this section .) For all other
tires, see "Inflation Pressure"-in Section 5 of this manual to learn what
pressure to use.
Cast Aluminum Wheel Hub Cap
1 . RerJ)ove wheel and tire assemb ly from car.
2 . The hub
cap may be removed by pushing or hitting it away from the wheel
from
the back side (inboard side of wheel) . It is pre ferred that a blunt tool be used on the backside of the hub cap. However, the lug wrench may be
used if no other tool is available but caution must be exercised to avoid hub cap damage .
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into place (the wheel can be mounted with hub cap in place). The hub cap
must be oriented by engaging the bump on the side of the hub cap
retention tab with the cutout on the side of the wheel pilot hole.
Compact Spare
The compact spare tire is designed to save space in your stowage area, and
its lighter weight makes it easier to install if a flat tire occurs. The lighter weight also helps improve fuel economy. ~--~------~~
" you have a flat tire, follow the jacking Instructions in this section, while keepingihese points in mind:
• Check the tire inflaiionpressureas soon as practical after installing the
spare (we suggest you use a 'pocket-type high'pressure inflation gage) and
adjust the pressure to 415
kilopascals (60 pounds per square inch). The
tire pressure should be checked at least monthly and kept at 415 kPa (60
psi) while the tire is stored . Also at least monthly , ·qheck that the spare lire is stowed securely ; tighten it if ~ is not.
NOTICE: Bee ... this tire is smaller than the standard tire, vehicle ground clearance is reduced. Do not take your vehicle through an automatic car wash while ~ spare I. Installed; the vehicle may catch on the equipment, possibly resulting In property damag_.
• YOU can expect a tread life up to 3,000 miles (4 800 kilometers), dependiQg on road conditions and your driving habits. The tire was designed to let you
finish an extended trip (up to 3,000 miles/4 800 kilometers) and buy a replacement tire, -if needed, at a store of your choice. However, to conserve
tire tread ~fe, return the spare to the stowage area as' soon as it is
convenient to have your standard tire repaired or replaced.
• Because the compact spare was specnically designed for your vehicle , ~ should not be used on any other vehicle.
• The compact spare tire and wheel are designed for use with each other.
The compact spare tire should not be mounted on any other type of wheel, and the compact spare wheel should not have any other type of tire
mounted on it. Also, do not try to use wheel covers or trim rings on the
CQr1l>aCt spare whe el since they will not fit. If such use is attempted,
damage to tIlese items or other vehicle components may occur.
• Do not use tire chains with your :compact spare tire. Because of the smaller tire size, a tire chain will not fit properly. This could cause damage to the
vehicle and result in loss of the chain.
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Proper equipment must be used to prevent damage to vehicles during any
towing . State (provincial in
Canada) and local laws which apply to vehicles in .'
tow must be foltowed. Gel detailed towing instructions from your dealer.
Your vehicle, if equipped with
an automatic transaxle, may be towed on alt four
wheels at speeds less than
35 mph (55 km/h) for distances up to 50 miles (80
kilometers). These speed and distance restrictions do not apply if your vehicle
has a manual transaxle . The driveline and steering must be normalty operable.
For such towing, the steering must
be unlocked, transaxle in neutral and the
parking brake released.
Connect to main structural parts of the vehicle. Do NOT attach to bumpers or brackets. Remember also that power assist for
brakes
and steering wilt not be available when the engine is off.
n the vehicle is to be towed by a wrecker , use only equipment designed for this
purpose, following
the instructions of the wrecker manufacturer . Towing on the rear wheels is preferred because of the front-wheel drive. However, if
necessary, your vehicle may be towed backwards on the front drive wheels at speeds up to 35 mph (55 km/h) for distances of 50 miles (80 kilometers) if it is
equipped with
an automatic transaxle. These speed and distance restrictions do not apply ij your vehicle has a manual transaxle. Severe damage to the
transaxle may result
II speeder distance ~m~s are exceeded.
A safety chain system must
be used. for alt towing .
FREEING VEHICLE FROM SAND, MUD, SNOW OR ICE
n your vehicle gets stuck in sand, mUd, snow or ice, shift the transaxle from a
forward range to reverse in a repeat pattern.
(On manual transaxle models, shift the Ifansaxle from First or Second to Reverse .) Apply a tight pressure to
the accelerator pedal
while the transaxle is in gear. Remove your foot from the
accelerator while shifting.
Do not race the engine. For best traction, avoid
spinning the wheels. Incorrect rocking of your' vehicle while it is stuck may
resuh in damage to vehicle components.
CAUTION: Do ............ -.. _ IN. 35 ""'" ,55 Om/h). _ In)ufy .... .-nave (including tire, vehicle body parte. and/or tr.., .. xle failure) mIIy mutt from exCQ:live wheel spinning.
If the vehicle remains stuck after several rocking attempts, seek other
assistance. Also
see the Notice under "Automatic Transaxles" in "Starting and
Operating", Section 2 01 this manual .
Extended Vehicle Storage
If you plan to store your vehicle over an extended period of time, certain steps
should
be taken to give it maximum protection. It is recommended that you
write the Consumer Relations Department , Chevrolet Motor Division, Warren,
Michigan 48090,
(in Canada, write to General Motors of canada Um~ed,
Customer Services Departmeht, Oshawa, Ontario L 1 J5Z6) for detailed
instructions on how to prepare your vehicle for storage .
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Glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular baSis. Use of GM Glass
Cleaner
or a commercial househo .1d glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco
srooke and dust films sometimes caused by ingredients used in vinyls and
interior plastics.
Never use abrasive cleaners on any vehicle gl~s, as they may cause,
scratches. If abrasive cleaners are used on the insieje of the rear window, any electric defogger element may be damaged. Avoid placing decals on the inside
rear window , since they may have to be scraped off later. Any temporary
license , etc. should not be 'att ached across the defogger grid.
Cleaning Glass Roof Panels
Never use abrasive cleaners on any glass roof panels, such as Vista-Vent
panels , as such cleaners may cause scratches. Also, if you use such cleaners on the inside surface, the tinted coating may be damaged . Avoid placing decals on the inside surface, since they may later have to be scraped off.
CARE AND CLEANING OF THE EXTERIOR
Exterior Rnish
The paint finish on your vehicle prOVides-beauty, depth 01 color , gloss retention
and durabiMy .
Washing Your Vehicle
The best way to preserve your vehicle's finish is to keep it clean by frequent
washings. Wash the
vehicle in lukewarm or cold water.
Do not use hot water or wash your
vehicle in the direct rays 01 the sun. Do not
use strong soap or
chemical detergents. All cleaning agents should be flushed proinptly from the surface and not allowed to dry on the linish .
POlishing and Waxing
Polishing is recommended to remove built-up residue and eliminate any "weathered" appearance.
Your dealer offers several polishes and cleaners which have proven value in maintaining original finish appearance and durability.
Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts
Bright metal parts should be cleaned regularly to keep their luster. Washing
with water
is all that is usually needed. However , you may use GM Chrome polish on chrome or stainless steel trim, n necessary .
Use special care with
aluminum trim. To avoid damag ing protective trim, never use auto or chrome polish, steam or caustic soap to clean aluminum. A coating
of wax, rubbed to a high polish, is recommended for all bright metal parts.
Cleaning Aluminum Wheels
Preserve the original appearance of aluminum wheels (il your vehicle has
them) by keeping them
clean and free from build-up of road dirt and/or road salt. Regular cleaning followed by a' coat Of wax is recommended. Do not use
abrasive
cleaners , as they could damage the protective coating.
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Use GM White Sidewall Tire Cleaner or a tire cleaner which will not harm aluminum wheel trim. A stiff brush may be used with the cleaner.
CORROSION PROTECTION
'four vehicle has been designed and built to resist corrosion. Special materials and protective finishes were used on most parts of your vehicle when it was
built to help maintain good looks, strength and reliable operation. However,
some parts which normally are not visible (such as certain parts under the
vehicle and under the hood) are such that surface rust will not affect their reliability. So, corrosion protection is not needed or used on these parts.
Sheet Metal Damage
If your vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement, make sure the body repair shop applies anti-corrosion material to the parts
repaired or replaced so that corrosion protection is restored. (Also see "Finish Damage" which follows.)
Foreign Material Deposits
Calcium chloride and other salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, bird droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, and other foreign matter
may damage vehicle finishes if left on painted surfaces.
Prompt washing may not completely remove all of these deposits. Other cleaners may be needed. When using chemical cleaners, be sure they are safe
for use on painted surfaces.
Finish Damage
Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the finish should be repaired
promptly. Bare metal will corrode quickly and may develop into a major repair
expense.
Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch-up materials available from your dealer or other service outlets. Larger areas of finish damage can be
corrected in your dealer's body and paint shop.
Underbody Maintenance
Corrosive materials used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody. If these materials are not removed, accelerated corrosion
(rust) can occur on underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, floor pan, and
exhaust system even though they have been provided with corrosion
protection.
At
least every spring, flush these materials from the underbody with plain
water. Take care to clean any areas where mud and other debris can collect.
Sediment packed in closed areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed. If desired, your authorized dealer can do this service for you.
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suggest you purchase a
quality pocket-type gage). Simply looking at the tires to check inflation pressures is not enough, . especially with radial. tires.
Underinflated radial tires may look like correctly inflated radial tires. H the
inflation pressure on a tire is often low, have your dealer correct the
cause.
5. Sesure to put the tire inflation valve caps or extensions back on, if so
equipped. This will help keep dirt and moisture from getting into the valve core which could cause a leak.
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6. H an air loss. occurs while driving, do not drive on the flat tire more than is
needed to stop safely. Driving even a short distance on a flat tire can
damage a tire and
wheel beyond repair.
Inspection and Rotation
Front and rear tires perform different jobs and can wear differently depending
on the types of roads driven, your driving habits, etc.
For
longer tire IHe, you shOuld inspect and rotate your tires as recommended in
the Maintenance Schedule folder. Many car and tire dealers will perform a free
tire
inspection to look for \meven or abnormal tire Wear (usually caused by
wrong inflation pressures, lack of regular rotation, improper wheel alignment,
out of bslance tires, or poor driving habits).
After rotation, adjust the front and rear tire pressures (see the Tire
Placard)
and be sure to check wheel nut tightness (see also "Wheel Nut Torque" in
Section 3 of this manual.)
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine CAUTION; Whenever a wheel is changed, always remove any corrOsion that may be present on inside of wheeland wheel mounting surface on vehicle. Installing wheels
without good metal·to--metalcontact at the mounting surfaces can cause wheel nuts to
loosen, which can later allow a wheel to come off while the vehicle -is moving, possibly
causing loss of control.
Alignment and Balance
Proper wheel alignment improves tire tread life. Your vehicle's suspension
parts should be inspected often and
aligned when needed. (See the
Maintenance
Schedule Folder for more information.) Ball joints have built-in
wear indicators and some movement in the joints is normal.
Improper alignment • will not-cause the vehicle to vibrate. However, improper
alignment can cause:
• the tires to roll at an angle, which will result in faster tire wear;
• your tires _ to wear unevenly;
•
your vehicle to "pull" to the left or right.
Proper tire balancing provides the
best riding comfort and helps reduce tire
tread wear. Out-of-balance tires can cause annoying vibration and uneVen tire
wear such as cupping and flat spots.
Traction
Driving, cornering, and braking traction are reduced -w~ater. snovv' ic:e., gravel, or other material is on the road. Adjust driving practices and vehiCia
speed to road conditions.
When driving on wet
or sluShy roads, a wedge of water can build up between
the tire and road. This is known as hydroplaning, and may cause partial or
complete loss of traction, vehicle control, and stopping ability.
To red\ICe the chance of traclion loss, follow these tips:
1. Slow down during rainstorms or when roads are slushy.
2. StoW down if the road has standing water or puddles.
3. Replace the tires when the tread wear indicators are showing.
4. Keep the tires properly inflated.
H your vehicle has Tpc radial tires (see "Tire Replacement" in this section),
yoU, .lifes were designed to provide better snow traction. In fact, these tires
shOuld be adequate for driving in mO$ wiAter conditions. Howeve" ij you do feel you do need to buyconvenlional snow tires, be sure they are the same
size, load range, and .construction type (bias, bias· belled, Or radial) as your
other tires.
Tire Chain$ or Similar Traction Devices
If you buy tire chains for your car, make sure they are'designated as SAE
Class "S" type chaios. Use of other types of chains may cause damage to
your vehicle.
Use
of chains may adversely affect your vehicle's handling. -When using
chains: (1) adjust speed to road conditions, (2) avoid sharp turns, and (3) when
possible, avoid
locked-wheel braking.
In addition, to help prevent chain damage to your vehicle:
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