check engine light CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO 1995 5.G User Guide

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Care of Your Compact Discs
Handle discs carefully. Store them in their original cases
or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight
and dust. If the surface
of a disc is soiled, dampen a
clean, soft cloth in a mild, neutral detergent solution and
clean
it, wiping from the center to the edge.
Be sure never to touch the signal surface
when handling
discs. Pick up discs by grasping the outer edges or
the
edge of the hole and the outer edge.
Fixed Mast Antenna
The fixed mast antenna can withstand most car washes
without being damaged. If the mast should ever become
slightly bent, you can straighten
it out by hand. If the
mast is badly bent, as it might be by vandals, you should
replace
it.
Check every once in a while to be sure the mast is still
tightened
to the fender.
Steering Wheel Touch Controls
(Option)
You can control certain audio system functions using the
buttons on your steering wheel.
VOLUME: Press the up or down arrows to increase or
decrease volume.
PLAY: Press to play the CD or cassette instead of the
radio.
MUTE: Press to silence the system. Press again to turn
on the sound.
SEEK: Press the up or down arrows to tune to the next
or previous radio station. If a tape
or compact disc is
playing, the player will advance or rewind.
PRESET Press to play a station you have programmed
on the radio preset buttons.
AM/FM: Press to choose AM, FMl or FM2. If a tape
or compact disc is playing,
it will stop and the radio will
play.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and
start your left lane change signal before moving out
of the right lane to pass. When you are far enough
ahead of the passed vehicle
to see its front in your
inside mirror, activate your right lane change signal
and move back into the right lane. (Remember that
your right outside mirror is convex. The vehicle you
just passed may seem to be farther away from you
than it really
is.)
Try not to pass more than one vehicle at a time on
two-lane roads. Reconsider before passing the next
vehicle.
Don’t overtake a slowly moving vehicle too rapidly.
Even though the brake lights are not flashing, it may
be slowing down or starting to turn.
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following driver
to get ahead of you. Perhaps you
can ease a little to the right.
Loss of Control
Let’s review what driving experts say about what
happens when the three control systems (brakes, steering and acceleration) don’t have enough friction where the
tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked.
In any emergency, don’t give up. Keep trying to steer
and constantly seek an escape route
or area of less
danger.
Skidding
In a skid, a driver can lose control of the vehicle.
Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable
care suited to existing conditions, and by not
“overdriving” those conditions. But
skids are always
possible.
The three types of skids correspond to your Chevrolet’s
three control systems. In the braking skid your wheels
aren’t rolling. In the steering or cornering skid, too
much speed or steering in a curve causes tires
to slip and
lose cornering force. And
in the acceleration skid too
much throttle causes the driving wheels to spin.
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Drive defensively.
Don’t drink and drive.
Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the
glare from headlamps behind you.
Since
you can’t see as well, you may need to slow
down and keep more space between you and other
vehicles.
Slow down, especially on higher speed roads. Your
headlamps can light up only
so much road ahead.
In remote areas, watch for animals.
If you’re tired, pull off the road in a safe place and
rest.
Night Vision
No one can see as well at night as in the daytime. But as
we get older these differences increase. A 50-year-old
driver may require at least twice
as much light to see the
same thing at night
as a 20-year-old.
What you do in the daytime can also affect your night
vision. For example,
if you spend the day in bright
sunshine you are wise to wear sunglasses. Your eyes will have less trouble adjusting to night.
But if
you’re
driving, don’t wear sunglasses at night. They may cut
down on glare from headlamps, but they also make a lot
of things invisible.
You can be temporarily blinded by approaching
headlamps. It can take
a second or two, or even several
seconds, for your eyes to readjust to
the dark. When you
are faced
with severe glare (as from a driver who
doesn’t lower the high beams, or
a vehicle with
misaimed headlamps), slow down
a little. Avoid staring
directly into the approaching headlamps.
Keep your windshield and all the glass on your vehicle
clean
-- inside and out. Glare at night is made much
worse by dirt on the glass. Even the inside
of the glass
can build up
a film caused by dust. Dirty glass makes
lights dazzle and flash more than clean glass would,
making
the pupils of your eyes contract repeatedly.
Remember that your headlamps light up far less of a
roadway when you are in
a turn or curve. Keep your
eyes moving; that way, it’s easier
to pick out dimly
lighted objects. Just
as your headlamps should be
checked regularly for proper aim,
so should your eyes
be examined regularly. Some drivers suffer from night
blindness
-- the inability to see in dim light -- and
aren’t even aware of
it.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine City Driving One of the biggest problems with city streets is the
amount
of traffic on them. You’ll want to watch out for
what the other drivers are doing and pay attention
to
traffic signals.
Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving:
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Know the best way to get to where you are going.
Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown
part
of the city just as you would for a cross-country
trip.
Try
to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most
large cities. You’ll save time and energy. (See the
next part, “Freeway Driving.”)
Treat a green light as a warning signal.
A traffic light
is there because the corner
is busy enough to need it.
When a light turns green, and just before you start
to
move, check both ways for vehicles that have not
cleared the intersection or may be running the red
light.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Once you are moving on the freeway, make certain you
allow
a reasonable following distance. Expect to move
slightly slower at night.
When you want
to leave the fremy, move to the proper
lane well
in advance. If you miss your exit do not, under
any circumstances, stop and back up. Drive on to
the
next exit.
The exit ramp can be curved, sometimes quite sharply.
The exit speed is usually posted.
Reduce your speed according
to your speedometer, not
to your sense of motion. After driving for any distance
at higher speeds, you may tend to think you are going
slower than you actually are.
Before Leaving on a Long Trip
Make sure you’re ready. Try to be well rested. If you
must start when you’re not fresh
-- such as after a day’s
work
-- don’t plan to make too many miles that first part
of the journey. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you
can easily drive
in.
Is your vehicle ready for a long trip? If you keep it
serviced and maintained, it’s ready to go.
If it needs
service, have it done before starting out.
Of course,
you’ll find experienced and able service experts in
Chevrolet dealers all across North America. They’ll be
ready and willing
to help if you need it.
Here are some things you can check before
a trip:
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Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the reservoir full? Are
all windows clean inside and outside?
Wiper Blades: Are they in good shape?
Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you checked
all levels?
knzps: Are they all working? Are the lenses clean?
Tires: They are vitally important to a safe,
trouble-free trip.
Is the tread good enough for
long-distance driving? Are
the tires all inflated to the
recommended pressure?
Weather Forecasts: What’s the weather outlook
along your route? Should you delay your trip
a short
time
to avoid a major storm system?
Maps: Do you have up-to-date maps?
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Engine Oil
If the LOW OIL light on the
instrument panel comes on,
it means you need to check
your engine oil level right
away. For more
information, see
“Low Oil
Level Light” in
the Index.
You should check your engine oil level regularly; this is
an added reminder.
It’s a good idea to check your engine
oil every time you
get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil must
be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground.
3.1L L82 (Code M) Engine
The engine oil dipstick handle is the yellow loop near
the front of the engine.
Turn
off the engine and give the oil a few minutes to
drain back into the oil pan.
If you don’t, the oil dipstick
might not show the actual level.

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Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what
kind of transaxle fluid to use. See “Recommended
Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index.
If the fluid level is low, add only enough of the proper
fluid
to bring the level into the cross-hatched area on the
dipstick.
1. Pull out the dipstick.
2. Using a long-neck funnel, add enough fluid at the
dipstick hole to bring it
to the proper level.
It doesn’t take much fluid, generally less than a pint
(OSL). Don’t overfill. We recommend you use only fluid
labeled DEXRON@-111, because fluid with that label is
made especially for your automatic transaxle. Damage
caused by fluid other than DEXRON@-III
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.
Engine Coolant
The following explains your cooling system and how to
add coolant when
it is low. If you have a problem with
engine overheating or if you need to add coolant to your
radiator, see “Engine Overheating” in the Index.
The proper coolant for your Chevrolet will:
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Give boiling protection up to 262 OF ( 128 O C).
Protect against rust and corrosion.
Help keep the proper engine temperature.
Let the warning lights work as they should.
What to Use
Use a mixture of one-half clean water (preferably
distilled) and one-half antifreeze that meets
“GM
Specification 1825-M,” which won’t damage aluminum
parts. You can also use
a recycled coolant conforming to
GM Specification 1825-M with a complete coolant flush
and refill. Use GM Engine Coolant Supplement (sealer)
with any complete coolant flush and refill. If you use
this mixture, you don’t need to add anything else.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 0 Section 9 Index
ABS ......................................... 4-6
Adding Automatic Transaxle Fluid
..................... 6- I9
Brake Fluid
................................. 6-26
Electrical Equipment
............... 2- 12 . 3- IS. 6-53
Engine Coolant
.............................. 6-20
Engine Oil
.................................. 6- 12
Power Steering Fluid ......................... 6-23
Sound Equipment
............................ 3- 15
Windshield Washer Fluid ...................... 6-24
AirBag
....................................... 1-17
How Does It Restrain ......................... 1-2 1
How It Works ............................... 1 - 19
Location ................................... 1-19
Readiness Light ........................ I - 18. 2-44
Servlclng 1-22
What Makes
It Inflate ......................... 1-20
What Will You See After It Inflates .............. 1-21
When Should It Inflate ........................ 1-20
Aircleaner
.................................... 6-15
Air Conditioning ................................ 3-3
Air Conditioning Refrigerants ..................... 6-62
Air Conditioning with Electronic Controls ............ 3- 1
Alignment and Balance, Tires ..................... 6-41
Aluminum Wheels
. Cleaning ...................... 6-49
Antenna
. Fixed Mast ............................ 3- 17
.. ...................................
Antifreeze ..................................... 6-19
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
......... 2.46. 4.6
Anti-Lock Brakes
............................... 4-6
Anti-Theft Feature. Theftlock
..................... 3-13
Appearancecare
............................... 6-44
Appearance Care and Materials
.................... 6-52
Armrest. Storage
............................... 2-36
Ashtrays. Front
................................. 2-38
Ashtrays. Rear
................................. 2-39
Audio Systems
.................................. 3-5
Auto-Down Window
............................ 2-24
Automatic Transaxle
............................ 2-14
Drive (D) Position
............................ 2-16
First Gear (1) Position
........................ 2-17
Neutral (N) Position
.......................... 2-15
Overdrive (@I) Position ........................ 2-16
Park Mechanism and Parking Brake Check
........ 7-38
Park
(P) Position ............................. 2-14
Reverse (R) Position
.......................... 2-15
Second Gear (2) Position
...................... 2-17
Shifting
.................................... 2-14
Automatic Transaxle Fluid
........................ 6-16
Adding
.................................... 6-19
Checking
................................... 6-16
Anti-Lock Brake System Active Light
.............. 2-47
Audio Systems. Steering Wheel Touch Controls
....... 3-17
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Charge Light
................................ 2-43
.. .Jump Starting 5-2 . Replacement, Remote Lock Control ............... 2-6
Saver
...................................... 2-33
Warnings .................................... 5-2
Bleed Valves, Coolant
........................... 5-19
Fluid, Adding
............................... 6-26
Master Cylinder
............................. 6-25
System Parts, Replacing
....................... 6-27
System Warning Light
........................ 2-45
Transaxle Shift Interlock
....................... 2-21
Transaxle Shift Interlock, Maintenance
........... 7-37
Brakes, Anti-Lock
............................... 4-6
Braking
........................................ 4-5
Braking, In Emergencies .......................... 4-8
Break-In, New Vehicle
.......................... 2-10
BTSI (Brake Transaxle Shift Interlock)
.............. 2-21
Bulb Replacement
......................... 6-28, 6-60
Battery
....................................... 6-27
................................
................................. BBB Auto Line
8-3
Blizzard
...................................... 4-24
Brake Adjustment
................................. 6-27
Parking
.................................... 2-18
Pedal Travel ................................ 6-27
Trailer
..................................... 4-31
Wear
...................................... 6-26
BTSI (Brake Transaxle Shift Interlock), Maintenance
. . 7-37
Canada. Vehicles First Sold In u .. .......................
Canadian Roadside Assistance ...................... 8-7
Capacities aqd Specifications ...................... 6-61
Carbon Monoxide
.................... 2-22.4-25.. 4-31
Cassette Deck. Maintenance
...................... 7-36
Cassette Tape Player
........................ 3-7. 3-10
Cassette Tape Player Care
........................ 3-16
CDPlayer ..................................... 3-12
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp Bulb Replacement
.... 6-33
Center Passenger Position
........................ 1-23
Certification Label
.............................. 4-26
Chains. Safety
................................. 4-31
Changing a Flat Tire
............................. 5-22
Charging System Light
.......................... 2-43
Checking
Your Restraint Systems .................. 1-46
Automatic Transaxle
Fluid ..................... 6-16
Engine Coolant
.............................. 6-20
Power Steering Fluid
......................... 6-22
Restraint Systems
............................ 1-46
Things Under the
Hood ........................ 6-7
Chemical Paint Spotting
.......................... 6-51
Securing in
a Rear Outside Seat Position .......... 1-35
Securing
in the Center Rear Seat Position ......... 1-37
Securing in the Right Front Seat Position
.......... 1-39
................................. Center Console 2-37
................................... Chains. Tire 6-43
Checking BrakeFluid
................................. 6-25
Engine Oil 6-11
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ChildRestraints ........,...........,........... l-33

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Defensive Driving
............................... 4- 1
Defogger. Rear Window .......................... 3-4
Defogging and Defrosting Windows
................. 3-3
Dolby B Noise Reduction
................... 3.11. 3.12
DoorLocks
..................................... 2-3
Door Storage Areas
............................. 2-37
Drive. Automatic Transaxle
....................... 2- 16
DriverPosition
................................. 1-11
Driving AtNight
................................... 4-13
City
....................................... 4- 17
Defensive
................................... 4- 1
Drunken .................................... 4-2
Freeway
.................................... 4-18
InaBlizzard
................................ 4- 24
In Foreign Countries ........................... 6-4
IntheRain
.................................. 4-15
OnCurves ................................... 4-8
On Grades
with a Trailer ....................... 4-33
On
Hill and Mountain Roads ................... 4-20
On Snow and Ice
............................. 4-23
Through Deep Standing Water
.................. 2- 12
Winter
..................................... 4-22
With a Trailer
............................... 4-32
DrunkenDriving
................................ 4-2
Electrical Center. Underhood. Driver Side
.......... 6-58
Electrical Center. Underhood. Passenger Side
......... 6-56
Electrical Equipment. Adding
........... 2.12.3.15. 6.53 Electronic Controls. Air Conditioning With
........... 3-1
Exhaust
.................................... 2-22
Identification
................................ 6-53
Overheating
................................. 5-12
Running
It While You’re Parked ................ 2-23
Specifications
............................... 6-61
Starting
.................................... 2-11
3.1L L82 Code M
............................. 6-8
3.4L LQ1 Code
X ............................. 6-9
Engine Coolant
................................. 6-19
Adding
.................................... 6-20
Checking
................................... 6-20
Heater
................................ 2-13, 6-14
Temperature Gage
............................ 2-48
Temperature Light
........................... 2-47
Engineoil
.................................... 6-10
Adding
.................................... 6-12
Additives
................................... 6-13
Checking
................................... 6-11
What Kind to Use
............................ 6-12
What to Do with Used Oil
..................... 6-14
Whentochange
............................. 6-14
Ethanol(InFue1)
................................ 6-3
Exhaust, Engine
................................ 2-22
Expectant Mothers, Use
of Safety Belts ............. 1-23
Extender, Safety Belt
............................ 1-45
Engine
Fabric Cleaning
............................... 6-45
Fabric Protection
............................... 6-45