CHEVROLET OPTRA 5 2007 1.G Owners Manual

Engine Exhaust
{CAUTION:
Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the
gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you
cannot see or smell. It can cause
unconsciousness and death.
You might have exhaust coming in if:
The exhaust system sounds strange
or different.
Your vehicle gets rusty underneath.
Your vehicle was damaged in a
collision.
Your vehicle was damaged when
driving over high points on the road
or over road debris.
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Repairs were not done correctly.
Your vehicle or the exhaust system
has been modied improperly.
If you ever suspect exhaust is coming into
your vehicle:
Drive it only with all the windows
down to blow out any CO; and
Have your vehicle xed immediately.
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Running the Engine While Parked
It is better not to park with the engine running. But if
you ever have to, here are some things to know.
{CAUTION:
Idling the engine with the climate control
system off could allow dangerous exhaust
into your vehicle. See the earlier caution
underEngine Exhaust on page 121.
Also, idling in a closed-in place can let
deadly carbon monoxide (CO) into your
vehicle even if the climate control fan is at
the highest setting. One place this can
happen is a garage. Exhaust — with
CO — can come in easily. NEVER park in
a garage with the engine running.
Another closed-in place can be a blizzard.
SeeWinter Driving on page 231.
{CAUTION:
It can be dangerous to get out of your
vehicle if the automatic transaxle shift
lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the
parking brake rmly set. Your vehicle can
roll. Do not leave your vehicle when the
engine is running unless you have to.
If you have left the engine running, the
vehicle can move suddenly. You or others
could be injured. To be sure your vehicle
will not move, even when it is on fairly
level ground, always set the parking brake
and move the automatic transaxle shift
lever to PARK (P), or the manual transaxle
shift lever to NEUTRAL.
Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle
will not move. If you have an automatic transaxle,
seeShifting Into Park (P) (Automatic Transaxle)
on page 117.
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Mirrors
Manual Rearview Mirror
When you are sitting in a comfortable driving
position, adjust the mirror so you can see clearly
behind your vehicle. Grip the mirror in the center to
move it up or down and side to side. The day/night
adjustment allows you to adjust the mirror to avoid
glare from any headlamps behind you. Push or pull
the tab for daytime/night use.
Outside Manual Mirrors
The outside rearview mirrors should be adjusted
so you can see the side of your vehicle when you
are sitting in a comfortable driving position.Adjust the outside mirrors with the control levers
on the driver and passenger doors.
The outside rearview mirrors can be folded flat
against the side of the vehicle by pushing
them toward the vehicle.
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Outside Power Mirrors
Your vehicle may have outside power mirrors.
The control for the power mirrors is located on
the driver’s side door trim.Move the outside power mirror control to L while
adjusting the left mirror and to R while adjusting
the right mirror. Place the control in the center
position when not adjusting either mirror. To adjust
a mirror, press the the four-way control pad to
move the mirror in the desired direction. The
ignition must be turned to ON to adjust the mirrors.
The outside rearview mirrors can be folded flat
against the side of the vehicle by pushing
them toward the vehicle.
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Outside Convex Mirror
{CAUTION:
A convex mirror can make things
(like other vehicles) look farther away
than they really are. If you cut too sharply
into the right lane, you could hit a vehicle
on your right. Check your inside mirror
or glance over your shoulder before
changing lanes.
The passenger’s side mirror is convex. A convex
mirror’s surface is curved so more can be
seen from the driver’s seat. It also makes things,
like other vehicles, look farther away than they
really are.
Outside Heated Mirrors
If your vehicle has this feature, when you operate
the rear window defogger, the heated driver’s
and passenger’s outside power mirrors are
warmed to help clear them of ice and snow.
See “Rear Window and Outside Mirror Defogger”
underClimate Control System on page 155for
more information.
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Storage Areas
Your vehicle has shopping hooks on each front
seatback for your convenience.
Glove Box
Open the glove box by pulling up on the bottom of
the handle.
Cupholder(s)
The cupholders are located in the center console
and in the rear seat center armrest. To use
the front cupholders, move the inner support
forward or backward. If your vehicle has
rear cupholders, push down on the rear seat
center armrest to use them.
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Sunglasses Storage Compartment
The sunglasses storage compartment is located
above the driver’s door. To open it, pull down and
hold the upper part of the cover. To close the
compartment, let go of the cover and the
compartment will automatically close.
Front Storage Area
Your vehicle may have a sliding storage tray
located under the front passenger seat. To use
the tray, pull up on the end of the tray and pull it
toward the instrument panel. Push the tray
toward the seat to return it to its original position.
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Front Armrest Storage Area
Your vehicle has a front armrest storage area.
To open the storage area, pull up on the lift lever
and raise the lid. To close the storage area,
lower the lid and push it down until it latches
securely.
Roof Rack (Wagon Only)
{CAUTION:
If you try to carry something on top of
your vehicle that is longer or wider than
the roof rack — like paneling, plywood,
a mattress and so forth — the wind can
catch it as you drive along.
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This can cause you to lose control. What
you are carrying could be violently torn
off, and this could cause you or other
drivers to have a collision, and of course
damage your vehicle. You may be able to
carry something like this inside. But,
never carry something longer or wider
than the roof rack on top of your vehicle.
The roof rack with side rails lets you to load things
on top of your vehicle. Do not put things on top
of your vehicle that are wider or longer than
the roof rack.
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Notice:Loading cargo on the roof rack that
weighs more than 220 lbs (100 kg) or hangs
over the rear or sides of the vehicle may
damage your vehicle. Load cargo so that it
rests on the slats as far forward as possible
and against the side rails, making sure to
fasten it securely.
Do not exceed the maximum vehicle capacity
when loading your vehicle. For more information
on vehicle capacity and loading, seeLoading Your
Vehicle on page 236.
To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you are
driving, check now and then to make sure cargo is
still securely fastened.Rear Seat Armrest
Your vehicle may have a rear seat armrest that
contains two cupholders. To access the
cupholders, pull the armrest down from the rear
seatback.
Convenience Net
The convenience net can help keep small loads
from moving during sharp turns or quick starts and
stops.
Hang the four net hooks in the metal rings on
each corner of the floor.
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Cargo Shade (Wagon Only)
Your vehicle has a cargo shade. Pull the handle of
the shade toward the rear of the vehicle and
insert the retainer into the slot located on both
sides of the tailgate openings. To remove
the shade, release the handle after pulling it
toward you a little. The shade will retract
automatically.
Do not place items on top of the cargo shade.
Hideaway Rear Storage Bins
(Wagon Only)
There are various bins under the luggage
compartment floor. To access the bins, pull up on
the floor mat handle.
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