trunk CHEVROLET PRIZM 1998 3.G Owners Manual

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine The shoulder belt can’t do its job because it
won’t be against your body. Instead, it
will be in
front of you. In
a crash you could go into it,
receiving neck or other injuries.
The lap belt can’t do
its job either. In a crash the
belt could
go up over your abdomen. The belt
forces would be there, not at your pelvic bones.
This could cause serious internal injuries.
For proper protection when the vehicle is in
motion, have the seatback upright. Then sit
well back
in the seat and wear your safety
belt properly.
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Head Restraints
Slide the head restraint up or down so that the top of the
restraint is closest to the top
of your ears. This position
reduces the chance
of a neck injury in a crash.
Pull up to raise the restraint. To lower it, push the
release button and push down.
Make sure the head restraint is locked in place after
you adjust it.
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If a head restraint is not installed on the seatback
or stored in the vehicle properly, it could be
thrown about the vehicle in
a crash or sudden
maneuver. People in the vehicle could be injured.
Remove the head restraints only when you need
to fold the seat, and be sure that the head
restraints are stored securely in the trunk. When
the seat
is returned to the passenger position, be
sure the head restraints are installed properly.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Rear Head Restraint Removal
To remove the rear head restraints:
1. Press the release button located under the left side
of the head restraint.
2. Lift the head restraint upward.
3. Secure the head restraints in the trunk using the
tie-down straps located
on each side of the
trunk floor.
To reinstall the rear head restraints:
1. Remove the head restraints from the trunk.
2. Press and hold the release button on the seat back
while inserting the head restraint.
3. Push the head restraint down. After releasing
the button, pull on the head restraint to make sure
it is secure.
Rear Folding Seatback (If Equipped)
You can fold either side of the seatback down in your
vehicle for more cargo space. On vehicles with
a built-in
child restraint system, only the driver’s side rear
passenger seatback can be folded down. Make sure the
front seat isn’t reclined. If it is, the rear seatback won’t
fold down all the way.
A safety belt that is twisted or not properly
attached won’t provide the protection needed
in a crash.
A person wearing a twisted or not
properly attached belt could be seriously injured.
After raising the rear seatback, always check to
be sure that the safety belt is not twisted and is
properly attached.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine To fold either seatback down:
1. Remove the head restraints. See “Rear Head
Restraint Removal” earlier in this section.
2. Remove the rear center lap-shoulder belt latch by
using a key to press the release button.
3. Pull the release on the
driver’s side in the
trunk. (Repeat the
procedure for the other
side if
you do not have a
built-in child restraint.)
4. Fold the seatback down.

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine a Section 2 Features and Controls
Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting,
shifting and braking. Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell
you if everything is
working properly -- and what to do if you have a problem.
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Door Locks
Keyless Entry System (If Equipped)
Trunk
Theft
New Vehicle “Break-In”
Ignition Switch
Starting Your Engine
Automatic Transaxle Operation
Manual Transaxle Operation
Parking Brake
Shifting Into Park (P) (Automatic
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Your Engine While You’re Parked
(Automatic Transaxle)
Windows
Horn
Tilt Column (Option)
Turn Signalhlultifunction Lever
Exterior Lamps
Interior Lamps
Mirrors Storage Compartments
Ashtrays and Lighter
Sun Visors
Sunroof (Option)
Instrument Panel
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine To replace the battery: Trunk
1. Insert a coin into the notch near the keyring. Turn
the coin to the left to separate the two halves
of
the transmitter.
2. Once the transmitter is separated, use a pencil eraser
to remove the old battery.
Do not use a metal object.
3. Replace the battery with the positive (+) side
facing upward.
4. Snap the transmitter back together tightly to be
sure
no moisture can enter.
It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk open
because carbon monoxide
(CO) gas can come into
your vehicle. You can’t see or smell
CO. It can
cause unconsciousness and even death.
If you must drive with the trunk open or if
electrical wiring or other cable connections
must pass through the seal between the body
and the trunk:
Make sure all windows are shut.
Thrn the fan on your heating or cooling
system
to its highest speed with the setting
on
VENT. That will force outside air into
your vehicle. See “Comfort Controls” in
the Index.
instrument panel, open them all the way.
If you have air outlets on or under the
See “Engine Exhaust” in the Index.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Trunk Lock Release Theft
To open the trunk lid, use your key and turn it to
the right.
To close the lid, lower and press down on it. After
closing the lid, try pulling it up to make sure it is closed.
Remote Trunk Lock Release
nw Pull the lever on the floor
near the driver’s door to
open the trunk lid from
inside your vehicle. Vehicle
theft
is big business, especially in some cities.
Although your vehicle has a number
of theft-deterrent
features, we know that nothing we put
on it can make
it impossible to steal. However, there are ways you
can help.
Key in the Ignition
If you leave your vehicle with the keys inside, it’s an
easy target for joy riders or professional thieves
-- so
don’t do it.
When
you park your vehicle and open the driver’s door,
you’ll hear a tone reminding you to remove your key
from the ignition and take
it with you. Always do this.
Your steering wheel will be locked, and
so will your
ignition. If you have an automatic transaxle, taking your
key out also locks your transaxle. And remember to
lock the doors.
Parking at Night
Park in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock your
vehicle. Remember to keep your valuables out
of sight.
Put them in a storage area, or take them with you.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine A CAUTION:
Things you put inside your vehicle can strike
and injure people in a sudden stop or turn, or
in
a crash.
Put things in the trunk of your vehicle. In a
trunk, put them as far forward as you can.
Try to spread the weight evenly.
Never stack heavier things, like suitcases,
inside the vehicle
so that some of them are
above the tops of the seats.
Don’t leave an unsecured child restraint in
your vehicle.
When you carry something inside the
vehicle, secure it whenever you can.
Don’t leave a seat folded down unless you
need to.
Towing a Trailer
I A CAUTION:
If you don’t use the correct equipment and drive
properly, you can lose control when you pull a
trailer. For example, if the trailer is too heavy, the
brakes may not work well
-- or even at all. You
and your passengers could be seriously injured.
You may also damage your vehicle; the resulting
repairs would not be covered by your warranty.
Pull
a trailer only if you have followed all the
steps
in this section. Ask your dealer for advice
and information about towing
a trailer with
your vehicle.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and
change a tire.
Removine the Spare Tire and Tools
A. Spare Tire
B . Jack Handle
C. Wheel Wrench
D. Jack
The equipment you’ll need is in the trunk.
Lift the spare tire cover to gain access to
the spare
tire
and tools. Remove the foam tray containing the
jacking tools.
Turn the knob to the left and remove it.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Pull out the spare tire. See “Compact Spare Tire”
later in this section for more information about the
compact spare.
Remove the wheel wrench and jack handle from the
foam tray.
The jack is
on the right side
of the trunk. Turn the jack
screw
to remove the jack
from the clamps.
The tools you’ll be using include the jack
(A), jack
handle
(B) and wheel wrench (C).
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine NOTICE:
Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to
brake pulsation and
rotor damage. To avoid
expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel
nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper
torque specification.
Don’t try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare
tire.
It won’t fit. Store the wheel cover in the trunk
until you have the flat tire repaired or replaced.
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Wheel covers won’t fit on your compact spare.
If you try to put a wheel cover on your compact
spare, you could damage the cover or the spare. Storing
a jack, a tire
or other equipment in the
passenger compartment
of the vehicle could
cause injury. In a sudden stop
or collision, loose
equipment could strike someone. Store all these
in the proper place.
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