CHEVROLET TRACKER 1999 2.G Owners Manual

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CAUTION:
An improperly stored cargo cover could be
thrown about the vehicle during a collision or
sudden maneuver. You or others could be
injured. If you remove the cover, always store it
outside of the vehicle. When you put it back,
always be sure that it is securely reattached.
If your four-door vehicle has the optional cargo cover,
you can use it to cover items in the cargo area of
your vehicle.
The cargo cover has four attaching rings. Attach each
ring to the hooks located along the sides of the rear
cargo area. Make sure each ring is properly secured.
Luggage Carrier (Option)
CAUTION:
If you try to carry something on top of your
vehicle that is longer or wider than the luggage
carrier
-- like paneling, plywood, a mattress, and
so forth
-- the wind can catch it as you drive
along. 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 luggage carrier on top of your vehicle.

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The luggage carrier has side rails and crossrails attached
to the roof to secure cargo. To install the crossrails,
follow these steps:
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1. Turn the screw cover
lock to the unlocked
position and lower
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2. Turn the screw counterclockwise to loosen the
mounting attachment so it can fit over the side rails.

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3. Mount the crossrails onto the side rails and adjust
their position so the cargo can be mounted properly.
Make sure the crossrails are not slanted.
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4. Tighten the screws securely, taking care not to
overtighten them. Then raise and lock the
screw covers.

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Be sure the cargo is properly loaded.
Follow these guidelines:

Carrying small, heavy loads on the roof is
not recommended.

Do not load cargo directly on the roof panel.

If you need to carry long items, move the crossrails
as far apart as possible. Tie the load to the tie downs
provided. Also tie the load to the bumpers. Do not tie
the load so tightly that the crossrails or side rails
are damaged.
NOTICE:
Loading cargo that weighs more than 100 lbs.
(45 kg) on the luggage carrier may damage your
vehicle. When you carry large things, never let
them hang over the rear or the sides of
your vehicle.
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Put the cargo against the side rails and fasten it
securely to the luggage carrier. Put the main
weight as far forward as possible to keep the load
from shifting.
Don't exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when
loading your vehicle. For more information on vehicle
capacity and loading, see ªLoading Your Vehicleº in
the Index.
To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you're driving,
check now and then to make sure the luggage carrier and
cargo are still securely fastened.

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Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter
To use the lighter, the ignition key must be in ON or
ACC. Push the lighter in all the way and let go. When
it's ready, it will pop back by itself.
NOTICE:
Don't hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand
while it is heating. If you do, it won't be able to
back away from the heating element when it's
ready. That can make it overheat, damaging the
lighter and the heating element.
Pull the door to open the ashtray. To remove it, press
down on the silver tab and pull the ashtray out. To
replace the ashtray, push it in until the silver tab latches.The rear ashtray is on the back of the center console.
Push on the left side of the the ashtray. The ashtray will
rotate clockwise for usage. To remove the rear ashtray,
press down on the tab and pull it out.
NOTICE:
Don't put papers and other things that burn into
your ashtray. If you do, cigarettes or other
smoking materials could set them on fire,
causing damage.
Sun Visors
To block out glare, you can swing down the visors.
You can also swing them to the side. The visors have
extensions to give additional sun blockage.

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Accessory Power Outlet
With the accessory power outlet, you can plug in
auxiliary electrical equipment. The accessory power
outlet is located in the center console near the parking
brake. Just remove the cap from the outlet and follow
the proper instructions that are included with any
electrical equipment you install.
These circuits are protected by a fuse and have
maximum current levels.
NOTICE:
When using the accessory power outlet,
maximum electrical loads must not exceed
15 amps. Always turn off any electrical
equipment when not in use. Leaving electrical
equipment on for extended periods will drain
your battery.
Convertible Top (If Equipped)
Your convertible top features a sunroof, a removable
rear window and removable side windows.
NOTICE:

Never raise or lower the top while the
vehicle is moving, or drive with any part of
the top unfastened or partially removed.
The wind could get under it and
cause damage.

Do not take your vehicle through an
automatic car wash. It could damage your
convertible top.
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NOTICE: (Continued)

Don't try to lower or raise the convertible
top or tap or beat on the plastic windows if
your vehicle is out in cold weather, 41F
(5C) or below. The cold can cause cracks
and other damage to the windows and to
the top as it is being lowered or raised.

Don't lower the top if it is damp or wet.
After the top is down, the trapped water
can cause stains, mildew and damage to the
inside of your car. Be sure to dry off the top
before you lower it.

Don't lower the convertible top if the rear
flap or side windows are dirty. Dirt could
scratch the side windows.

The convertible top isn't designed to carry
weight. Never let anyone sit on the top, and
don't put anything on top of it when it is
up, or it could be damaged.
Opening and Closing Your Sunroof
1. Lower your antenna and swing your sun
visors down.
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2. Squeeze the front top bow latch buttons and pull the
latch back.
3. Unhook the latch from the front top bow.

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4. Swing the front top bow up and back while folding
the canvas top out from between the top bow and the
roof support. Be sure that you don't pinch the canvas
top between the front top bow arms and the
roof rails.
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5. Unfasten the holding strap near the dome lamp and
pull it through the slot in the front top bow.
6. Fasten the holding strap to itself.
7. Push the front top bow latches down until
they ªclick.º
8. Swing your sun visors up and raise your antenna.
Reverse the steps to close your sunroof. Be sure your
front top bow is latched securely.

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2-51 Removing and Installing Your
Rear Window
The rear window of your vehicle is removable. This
allows you to open the back opening all the way or to
replace the window if it becomes deteriorated. To
remove the rear window:
1. Open the rear gate all the way.
2. Unfasten the canvas flaps at the lower corners of the
rear window to uncover the zipper pull.
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4. Hang the rear window down so it hangs outside of
the vehicle.
5. Pull the rear window frame bar rearward (see
illustration above). Then slide the bar to the left to
remove the window.
Reverse the steps to install the rear window. Make sure
that all the Velcro

strips and flaps are correctly
fastened and overlapped. Make sure that the window is
completely closed before driving.

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2-52 Removing and Installing the Side Window
To remove the side window:
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1. Unfasten the Velcro strips on the top and rear quarter
of the side window.
2. Unzip the zipper almost all the way, leaving about
3 inches (8 cm) of it still zipped and unfasten the
Velcro strips on the inside of the window.
3. Release the plastic strip sewn along the bottom edge
of the window by gently pulling down and out. Then
release the plastic along the front edge of the
window by pulling it forward and out.
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4. Unzip the zipper the rest of the way and remove the
side window.
Reverse the steps to install the side window.
During installation you may want to start by zipping the
zipper about 3 inches (8 cm), to hold the window in
place. When zipping, place the rear bottom corner of the
window inside the rear part of the vehicle body to help
you engage the zipper end.