hood release CHEVROLET OPTRA 5 2006 1.G Owners Manual

The main components of your instrument panel are the following:
A. Air Outlets. SeeOutlet Adjustment on page 3-25.
B. Instrument Panel Cluster. SeeInstrument Panel
Cluster on page 3-27.
C. Hazard Warning Flashers Button. SeeHazard
Warning Flashers on page 3-8.
D. Digital Clock. SeeClock on page 3-21.
E. Audio System. SeeAudio System(s) on page 3-44.
F. Instrument Panel Brightness Control. See
Instrument Panel Brightness on page 3-18.
G. Hood Release. SeeHood Release on page 5-10.
H. Exterior Lamps Control. SeeExterior Lamps
on page 3-16.I. Horn. SeeHorn on page 3-8.
J. Cruise Control. SeeCruise Control on page 3-13.
K. Windshield Wiper Control. SeeWindshield Wipers on
page 3-11.
L. Climate Control System. SeeClimate Control
System on page 3-22.
M. Ashtray. SeeAshtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter on
page 3-20.
N. Cigarette Lighter. SeeAshtray(s) and Cigarette
Lighter on page 3-20.
O. Glove Box. SeeGlove Box on page 2-34.
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The main components of your instrument panel are the following:
A. Air Outlets. SeeOutlet Adjustment on page 3-25.
B. Instrument Panel Cluster. SeeInstrument Panel
Cluster on page 3-27.
C. Hazard Warning Flashers Button. SeeHazard
Warning Flashers on page 3-8.
D. Digital Clock. SeeClock on page 3-21.
E. Audio System. SeeAudio System(s) on page 3-44.
F. Instrument Panel Brightness Control. See
Instrument Panel Brightness on page 3-18.
G. Hood Release. SeeHood Release on page 5-10.
H. Exterior Lamps Control. SeeExterior Lamps
on page 3-16.
I. Audio Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped). See
Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 3-73.J. Horn. SeeHorn on page 3-8.
K. Cruise Control Buttons. SeeCruise Control on
page 3-13.
L. Windshield Wiper Control. SeeWindshield Wipers
on page 3-11.
M. Climate Control System. SeeClimate Control
System on page 3-22.
N. Ashtray. SeeAshtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter on
page 3-20.
O. Cigarette Lighter. SeeAshtray(s) and Cigarette
Lighter on page 3-20.
P. Glove Box. SeeGlove Box on page 2-34.
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Service............................................................5-3
Accessories and Modifications..........................5-3
California Proposition 65 Warning.....................5-3
Doing Your Own Service Work.........................5-4
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your
Vehicle......................................................5-4
Fuel................................................................5-4
Gasoline Octane............................................5-5
Gasoline Specifications....................................5-5
California Fuel...............................................5-5
Additives.......................................................5-6
Fuels in Foreign Countries...............................5-6
Filling the Tank..............................................5-7
Filling a Portable Fuel Container.......................5-9
Checking Things Under the Hood....................5-10
Hood Release..............................................5-10
Engine Compartment Overview.......................5-12
Engine Oil...................................................5-13
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter................................5-17
Automatic Transaxle Fluid..............................5-19
Manual Transaxle Fluid..................................5-19
Hydraulic Clutch...........................................5-19
Engine Coolant.............................................5-20
Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap..................5-23
Engine Overheating.......................................5-23
Cooling System............................................5-24Power Steering Fluid.....................................5-29
Windshield Washer Fluid................................5-30
Brakes........................................................5-31
Battery........................................................5-34
Jump Starting...............................................5-35
Headlamp Aiming...........................................5-39
Bulb Replacement..........................................5-40
Halogen Bulbs..............................................5-40
Headlamps..................................................5-40
Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps..............5-42
Turn Signal Lamps (Side)..............................5-43
Sidemarker Lamps (Front)..............................5-44
Sidemarker Lamps (Rear)..............................5-44
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL)
(Hatchback)..............................................5-45
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL)
(Wagon)...................................................5-46
Taillamps, Turn Signal, and Stoplamps
(Hatchback)..............................................5-46
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and
Back-up Lamps (Wagon)............................5-47
Taillamps, Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps
(Hatchback)..............................................5-48
Replacement Bulbs.......................................5-48
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement..............5-49
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care
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Checking Things Under
the Hood
{CAUTION:
An electric fan under the hood can start up
and injure you even when the engine is not
running. Keep hands, clothing and tools away
from any underhood electric fan.
{CAUTION:
Things that burn can get on hot engine parts
and start a re. These include liquids like fuel,
oil, coolant, brake uid, windshield washer and
other uids, and plastic or rubber. You or
others could be burned. Be careful not to drop
or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine.
Hood Release
To open the hood, do the following:
1. Pull the hood release
handle inside the
vehicle. It is located on
the lower left side of
the instrument panel.
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2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and lift up the
secondary hood release lever. The secondary
hood release lever is located under the front center
of the hood.3. Lift the hood, release the hood prop from its
retainer and place the hood prop into the slot in
the hood.
4. Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps
are on properly. Then lift the hood to relieve
pressure on the hood prop. Remove the hood prop
from the slot in the hood and return the prop to
its retainer. Lower the hood 12 inches (30 cm)
above the vehicle and release it to latch fully. Check
to make sure the hood is closed and repeat the
process if necessary.
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Bulb Replacement
For the proper type of replacement bulbs, see
Replacement Bulbs on page 5-48.
For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this
section, contact your dealer.
Halogen Bulbs
{CAUTION:
Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside
and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb.
You or others could be injured. Be sure to read
and follow the instructions on the bulb
package.
Headlamps
To replace a headlamp bulb, do the following:
1. Open the hood. SeeHood Release on page 5-10
for more information.
2. For wagon models, remove the two bolts from the
top of the headlamp assembly and one nut on the
inside that retains the headlamp assembly.
For hatchback models, remove the four screws and
the radiator grill. Then remove the three bolts
and the headlamp assembly.
3. Disconnect the wiring harness connector from the
rear of the bulb.
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Front Turn Signal and Parking
Lamps
To replace a front turn signal or parking lamp bulb, do
the following:
1. Open the hood. SeeHood Release on page 5-10
for more information.
2. Remove the two bolts from the top of the headlamp
assembly and one nut on the inside that retains the
headlamp assembly.
3. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise.
4. Pull the bulb socket out of the lamp housing.
5. Press the bulb inward and turn it counterclockwise
to remove it from the bulb socket.
6. Install the new bulb into the bulb socket by pressing
it in and turning it clockwise.
7. Reinstall the bulb socket into the lamp housing by
turning it clockwise.
8. Reverse Steps 1 through 2 to install the assembly.
Wagon Models
Hatchback Models
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Sidemarker Lamps (Front)
To replace a front sidemarker bulb, do the following:
1. Open the hood. SeeHood Release on page 5-10for
more information.
2. Remove the headlamp assembly.
3. Turn the front sidemarker bulb socket
counterclockwise.
4. Pull the front sidemarker bulb socket out of the front
bumper.
5. Pull the old bulb straight out of the bulb socket
6. Push the new bulb straight into the socket.
7. Reverse Steps 1 through 5 to install the assembly.
Sidemarker Lamps (Rear)
To replace a rear sidemarker bulb, do the following:
1. Reach inside of the rear bumper and locate
the socket.
2. Turn the rear sidemarker bulb socket
counterclockwise.
3. Pull the rear sidemarker bulb socket out of the rear
bumper.
4. Pull the old bulb straight out from the bulb socket.
5. Push the new bulb straight into the socket.
6. Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to install the bulb socket.
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Wiper Blade Check
Inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking. Replace
blade inserts that appear worn or damaged or that
streak or miss areas of the windshield. Also see
Windshield and Wiper Blades on page 5-78.
Weatherstrip Lubrication
Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last
longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Apply
silicone grease with a clean cloth. During very cold,
damp weather more frequent application may be
required. SeePart D: Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants on page 6-24.
Automatic Transaxle Check
It is not necessary to check the transaxle fluid level. A
transaxle fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss.
Check for leaks. If a leak occurs, take the vehicle to your
dealer and have it repaired as soon as possible.
Manual Transaxle Check
It is not necessary to check the transaxle fluid level.
Check for leaks. A fluid leak is the only reason for fluid
loss. Have the system inspected and repaired if
needed.
Clutch and Brake Pedal Free Play
Check
Check the clutch pedal and brake pedal for free play
and adjust as necessary.
At Least Once a Year
Key Lock Cylinders Service
Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant
specified in Part D.
Body Lubrication Service
Lubricate all hood latch assemblies, secondary latch,
pivots, spring anchor, release pawl, hood and body door
hinges, rear compartment and any folding seat
hardware. Part D tells you what to use. More frequent
lubrication may be required when exposed to a corrosive
environment.
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Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Chassis
LubricationChassis Lubricant (GM Part
No. U.S. 12377985, in
Canada 88901242) or lubricant
meeting requirements of NLGI #2,
Category LB or GC-LB.
Hood Latch
Assembly,
Secondary
Latch, Pivots,
Spring Anchor,
and
Release PawlLubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM
Part No. U.S. 12346293, in
Canada 992723) or lubricant
meeting requirements of NLGI #2,
Category LB or GC-LB.Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Hood and Door
HingesMulti-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube
(GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in
Canada 10953474).
Weatherstrip
ConditioningDielectric Silicone Grease
(GM Part No. U.S. 12345579, in
Canada 992887).
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