height CHEVROLET HHR 2007 1.G User Guide

(B) Tire Ply Material:The type of cord and
number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread.
(C) Tire Identication Number (TIN):The letters
and numbers following the DOT (Department of
Transportation) code is the Tire Identication
Number (TIN). The TIN shows the manufacturer
and plant code, tire size, and date the tire
was manufactured. The TIN is molded onto both
sides of the tire, although only one side may have
the date of manufacture.
(D) Maximum Cold Ination Load Limit:
Maximum load that can be carried and the
maximum pressure needed to support that load.
(E) Tire Ination:The temporary use tire or
compact spare tire should be inated to 60 psi
(420 kPa). For more information on tire pressure
and ination seeInflation - Tire Pressure on
page 344.
(F) Tire Size:A combination of letters and
numbers dene a tire’s width, height, aspect ratio,
construction type, and service description. The
letter T as the rst character in the tire size means
the tire is for temporary use only.(G) TPC Spec (Tire Performance Criteria
Specication):Original equipment tires designed
to GM’s specic tire performance criteria have
a TPC specication code molded onto the sidewall.
GM’s TPC specications meet or exceed all
federal safety guidelines.
Tire Size
The following illustration shows an example of a
typical passenger vehicle tire size.
(A) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire:The United
States version of a metric tire sizing system.
The letter P as the rst character in the tire size
means a passenger vehicle tire engineered
to standards set by the U.S. Tire and Rim
Association.
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(B) Tire Width:The three-digit number indicates
the tire section width in millimeters from sidewall
to sidewall.
(C) Aspect Ratio:A two-digit number that
indicates the tire height-to-width measurements.
For example, if the tire size aspect ratio is
60, as shown in item C of the illustration, it would
mean that the tire’s sidewall is 60 percent as
high as it is wide.
(D) Construction Code:A letter code is used to
indicate the type of ply construction in the tire.
The letter R means radial ply construction;
the letter D means diagonal or bias ply
construction; and the letter B means belted-bias
ply construction.
(E) Rim Diameter:Diameter of the wheel in
inches.(F) Service Description:These characters
represent the load range and speed rating of the
tire. The load index represents the load carry
capacity a tire is certied to carry. The load index
can range from 1 to 279. The speed rating is
the maximum speed a tire is certied to carry a
load. Speed ratings range from A to Z.
Tire Terminology and Denitions
Air Pressure:The amount of air inside the tire
pressing outward on each square inch of the
tire. Air pressure is expressed in pounds
per square inch (psi) or kilopascal (kPa).
Accessory Weight:This means the combined
weight of optional accessories. Some examples of
optional accessories are, automatic
transmission/transaxle, power steering, power
brakes, power windows, power seats, and
air conditioning.
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Aspect Ratio:The relationship of a tire’s height
to its width.
Belt:A rubber coated layer of cords that is
located between the plies and the tread. Cords
may be made from steel or other reinforcing
materials.
Bead:The tire bead contains steel wires wrapped
by steel cords that hold the tire onto the rim.
Bias Ply Tire:A pneumatic tire in which the plies
are laid at alternate angles less than 90 degrees
to the centerline of the tread.
Cold Tire Pressure:The amount of air pressure
in a tire, measured in pounds per square inch
(psi) or kilopascals (kPa) before a tire has built up
heat from driving. SeeInflation - Tire Pressure
on page 344.
Curb Weight:This means the weight of a motor
vehicle with standard and optional equipment
including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil, and
coolant, but without passengers and cargo.DOT Markings:A code molded into the sidewall
of a tire signifying that the tire is in compliance
with the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT)
motor vehicle safety standards. The DOT code
includes the Tire Identication Number (TIN),
an alphanumeric designator which can also identify
the tire manufacturer, production plant, brand,
and date of production.
GVWR:Gross Vehicle Weight Rating. See
Loading Your Vehicle on page 269.
GAWR FRT:Gross Axle Weight Rating for the
front axle. SeeLoading Your Vehicle on page 269.
GAWR RR:Gross Axle Weight Rating for the
rear axle. SeeLoading Your Vehicle on page 269.
Intended Outboard Sidewall:The side of an
asymmetrical tire, that must always face outward
when mounted on a vehicle.
Kilopascal (kPa):The metric unit for air pressure.
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Wheel Replacement
Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked, or badly
rusted or corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming
loose, the wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel
nuts should be replaced. If the wheel leaks air,
replace it (except some aluminum wheels,
which can sometimes be repaired). See your
dealer if any of these conditions exist.
Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need.
Each new wheel should have the same
load-carrying capacity, diameter, width, offset and
be mounted the same way as the one it
replaces.
If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel
bolts, or wheel nuts, replace them only with
new GM original equipment parts. This way, you
will be sure to have the right wheel, wheel
bolts, and wheel nuts for your vehicle.{CAUTION:
Using the wrong replacement wheels,
wheel bolts, or wheel nuts on your vehicle
can be dangerous. It could affect the
braking and handling of your vehicle,
make your tires lose air and make you
lose control. You could have a collision in
which you or others could be injured.
Always use the correct wheel, wheel bolts,
and wheel nuts for replacement.
Notice:The wrong wheel can also cause
problems with bearing life, brake cooling,
speedometer or odometer calibration,
headlamp aim, bumper height, vehicle ground
clearance, and tire or tire chain clearance
to the body and chassis.
SeeChanging a Flat Tire on page 355for more
information.
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Customer Assistance Information
Courtesy Transportation........................... 421
Customer Assistance for Text
Telephone (TTY) Users......................... 416
Customer Assistance Offices.................... 416
Customer Satisfaction Procedure.............. 412
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program...... 417
Reporting Safety Defects to
General Motors..................................... 429
Reporting Safety Defects to the
Canadian Government.......................... 429
Reporting Safety Defects to the
United States Government.................... 428
Roadside Assistance Program.................. 418
Service Publications Ordering
Information........................................... 430
D
Daytime Running Lamps............................. 164
Defensive Driving........................................ 238
Delayed Locking.......................................... 104
Disc, MP3................................................... 226
Doing Your Own Service Work.................... 290
Dome Lamp................................................ 167Door
Automatic Door Lock................................ 105
Delayed Locking...................................... 104
Locks....................................................... 103
Power Door Locks................................... 104
Programmable Automatic Door Unlock..... 105
Rear Door Security Locks........................ 105
Driver
Position, Safety Belt................................... 26
Seat Height Adjuster.................................... 9
Driver Information Center (DIC)................... 194
DIC Operation and Displays..................... 195
DIC Vehicle Personalization..................... 200
DIC Warnings and Messages................... 197
Driving
At Night................................................... 254
City.......................................................... 258
Defensive................................................. 238
Drunken................................................... 239
Freeway................................................... 259
Hill and Mountain Roads.......................... 262
In Rain and on Wet Roads...................... 256
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out.......... 269
Winter...................................................... 264
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Fuel............................................................ 291
Additives.................................................. 292
California Fuel.......................................... 292
Filling a Portable Fuel Container.............. 296
Filling Your Tank...................................... 294
Fuels in Foreign Countries....................... 293
Gage....................................................... 193
Gasoline Octane...................................... 291
Gasoline Specications............................ 292
Fuses
Engine Compartment Fuse Block............. 383
Floor Console Fuse Block........................ 381
Fuses and Circuit Breakers...................... 381
Windshield Wiper..................................... 380
G
Gage
Engine Coolant Temperature.................... 188
Fuel......................................................... 193
Speedometer........................................... 179
Tachometer.............................................. 179
Gasoline
Octane..................................................... 291
Specications........................................... 292
Glove Box................................................... 143
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program.......... 417
H
Hazard Warning Flashers............................ 154
Head Restraints............................................ 13
Headlamp
Aiming..................................................... 327
Headlamp Wiring......................................... 380
Headlamps.................................................. 163
Automatic Headlamp System.................... 165
Bulb Replacement.................................... 330
Daytime Running Lamps.......................... 164
Flash-to-Pass........................................... 156
Halogen Bulbs......................................... 330
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, and
Parking Lamps..................................... 330
High/Low Beam Changer ......................... 156
On Reminder........................................... 164
Wiper Activated........................................ 164
Heated Seats................................................ 10
Heater......................................................... 170
Height Adjuster, Driver Seat............................ 9
Highbeam On Light..................................... 193
Highway Hypnosis....................................... 261
Hill and Mountain Roads............................. 262
Hood
Checking Things Under............................ 296
Release................................................... 297
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Safety Belt
Passenger Reminder Light....................... 180
Pretensioners............................................. 42
Reminder Light........................................ 180
Safety Belts
Care of.................................................... 373
Driver Position........................................... 26
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly............ 25
Questions and Answers About
Safety Belts............................................ 24
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides............... 39
Rear Seat Passengers............................... 36
Right Front Passenger Position.................. 35
Safety Belt Extender.................................. 42
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy............. 35
Safety Belts Are for Everyone.................... 20
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster.................... 34
Safety Warnings and Symbols......................... 4
Scheduled Maintenance............................... 393
Seatback, Folding Passenger........................ 14
Seats
Driver Seat Height Adjuster.......................... 9
Head Restraints......................................... 13
Heated Seats............................................. 10Seats (cont.)
Manual........................................................ 8
Passenger Folding Seatback...................... 14
Power Lumbar........................................... 10
Power Seat................................................. 9
Reclining Seatbacks................................... 11
Split Folding Rear Seat.............................. 17
Securing a Child Restraint
Rear Seat Position..................................... 63
Right Front Seat Position........................... 66
Security Light.............................................. 193
Service........................................................ 289
Accessories and Modications.................. 289
Adding Equipment to the Outside
of Your Vehicle..................................... 291
California Proposition 65 Warning............. 290
Doing Your Own Work............................. 290
Engine Soon Light................................... 188
Publications Ordering Information............. 430
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle .......... 88
Setting the Time.................................207, 208
Sheet Metal Damage................................... 376
Shifting Into Park (P)................................... 128
Shifting Out of Park (P)............................... 130
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster........................ 34
Signals, Turn and Lane-Change.................. 156
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