Chevrolet 1995 Camaro Bedienungshandbuch

. . .. .. .. Owner's Manual

Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols you may find on your vehicle. For example, these symbols are used on an original battery: POSSIBLE

Brightness Control This switch controls the brightness of your instrument panel lights. Turn the switch to brighten or dim the lamps. If you

Fog Lamps (Option) Use your fog lamps for better vision in foggy or misty conditions. Your parking lamps must be on or your fog lamps won’t work. To

Front Map Lamps Your inside rearview mirror includes two map lamps. Each lamp has its own switch. Use the switch closest to the lamp to turn it on. T

Manual Outside Adjustable Mirror Adjust the passenger side outside mirror by hand so that you can just see the side of your vehicle when you

Convex Outside Mirror Your passenger’s side mirror is convex. A convex mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver’s seat. Floor

\ The door key unlocks the panels. Turn the key to the left Then pull on the release handle to unlatch the panel. Lift to unlock the panel. the outer

Open the close-out panel completely. Place the panel in the correct slot (driver or passenger) in the rear area of your vehicle. Make sure the

I I NOTICE: 1 High pressure car washes may cause water to enter your vehicle. Never spray water directly at the roof panel joints. This

3. Open the latch and close the T-top. Check to see if there are any gaps showing. Unlatch the T-top and adjust the sunshade as required. stick

You can store the sunshades two different ways: 1. When the T-tops are in use, store the sunshades in their storage area in the rear of the vehicl

0 Section 1 Seats And Restraint Systems r Here you’ll find information about the seats in your Chevrolet and how to use your safety belts properly

Map Pocket Front Console L Each door has a map pocket. To use the storage area, pull up on the front end of the console. There is a cupholder and l

Accessory Plug This plug is located inside the front section ahead of the shift lever of the console. The plug can be used to connect electrical

Close-Out Pane1 The close-out panel can be closed for hidden storage in the rear area of your vehicle. To remove the close-out panel: Close the pa

When carrying large or heavy items, it is a good idea to open the panel and place the items in the rear area. 2-61

Sun Visors To block out glare, you can swing down the visors. You can also swing them to the side. The elastic bands on your visor provide extra stor

NOTICE: Don’t put papers and other things that burn into your ashtrays. If you do, cigarettes or other smoking materials could set them on fire, c

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1. Upper Air Vent 2. Main Light Control 3. Side Upper Air Vent 4. Instrument Cluster 5. Comfort Controls 6. Audio System 7. Side Window Defogger Vent

Instrument Panel and Cluster Your instrument cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how fast you’

Speedometer and Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Your odometer show

Move the lever under the passenger’s front seat to unlock it. Slide the seat to where you want it. Then release the lever and try to move the seat

Warning lights come on when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions. As you will see in the details on the next few page

Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG. AIR BAG The system checks the air bag’s e

The brake system warning light will also come on when you set your parking brake, and it will stay on if your parking brake doesn’t releas

If the anti-lock brake system warning light stays on longer than normal after you’ve started your engine, turn the ignition off. Or, if the light c

The ASR system warning light may come on for the following reasons: Low Traction Light If you turn the system off by pressing the button located

Engine Coolant Temperature Gage Low Coolant Light (V8 Engine) This gage shows the engine coolant temperature. If the gage pointer moves into the r

Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light) SERVICE ENGINE SOON A computer monitors operation of your fuel, ignition and emission cont

before any problem is apparent, which may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle. This system is also designed to assist your service technicia

Engine Oil Pressure Gage 5.7L Engine Only 3800 Engine Only 80 “I 0 120 I! / This gage tells you if there could be a problem with your engine oil

Low Oil Light I Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can be costly and is not covered by your warranty. This red warning light

Six-Way Power Seat (OPTION) Reclining Front Seatbacks The driver’s seat has three controls on the left side. The front control makes the front of t

Voltmeter You can read battery voltage on your voltmeter. If it reads less than 11 volts or more than 16 volts while your engine is running, and

Fuel Gage Here are four concerns some owners have had about the fuel gage. All these situations are normal and do not indicate that anything is wron

Convertible Top The following procedures explain the proper operation of your convertible top. To Lower Your Convertible Top NOTICE: Don't le

1 NOTICE: Before lowering the convertible top into the storage area, be sure there are no objects in the way of the folded, stored top.

Installing the Boot Cover After lowering the convertible top, you’ll want to install the boot cover. The three-piece boot cover is stored in a

To Raise Your Convertible Top 1. Park on a level surface. Set the parking brake firmly. If you have an automatic transmission, shift into PARK (P). I

4. Store each piece of the cover in its separate compartment in the storage bag, store in the trunk and close the trunk. UP TOP DOWN 5. Push and ho

If your vehicle suffers a power loss, such as a dead battery, you can still raise the top manually by rotating the valve in the left side of the

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0 Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems In this section you'll find out how to operate the comfort control systems and audio systems

Don’t have the seatback reclined if your vehicle is aoving. 1-4

-3 HEATER: This setting directs most of the air through the heater ducts and some of the air through the windshield defroster vents. zi BLEND:Air

Ventilation For mild outside temperatures when little heating or cooling is needed, you can still direct outside air through your vehicle. 1. Turn t

A/C: Use for normal cooling on hot days. This setting cools outside air and directs it through the upper air vents. The air conditioner compressor ope

I NOTICE: Don’t use a razor blade or something else sharp on the inside of the rear window. If you do, you could cut or damage the warmin

Setting the Clock AM/FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player 1. 2. 3. Press SET. Within five seconds, press and hold SEEK until the correct hour

VOL (Volume): Turn the upper knob to adjust the volume. AM-FM: Press the lower knob to get AM or FM. The lighted display shows your selection. TUNE:

You can preset three more stations on each band by pressing a pair of buttons next to each other at the same time. Just: 1. Tune in the station. 2

Automatic Program Search When you push APS you can go to the beginning of a new selection. To go forward to the beginning of the next selection,

AM/FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player To Play the Radio CDMP RDM REV FWD SCAN PREV NEXT VOL (Volume): Turn the upper knob to adjust the volume.

Pushbuttons The five pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. To set the pushbuttons for up to 15 stations (5 AM, 5 FMl and 5 FM2),

Front Seatback Latches The front seatbacks fold forward to let people get into the back seat. To fold a seatback forward, push the seatback toward

For the clearest sound, keep both of these adjusted all the way up. If a station is weak and noisy, press TREB to reduce the noise. Adjus

To Replay the Current Selection Press PREV to hear a track again. If you press and hold this button, or press it more than once, the disc will re

Setting Your Security Code The instructions below tell you how to enter a security code into the system. If your vehicle loses battery power for an

3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Press SET. “000” will appear on the display. Press SCAN and hold until the first digit of your code appears. Release the but

How to Change Your Security Code You can change your security code by following these steps: 1. Using your old code, follow the directions given

NOTICE: Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle -- like a tape player, CB radio, mobile telephone or two-way radio -- be sure you

Cleaning may be done with a scrubbing action, non-abrasive cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette

0 Section 4 Driving and the Road Here you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions. We’ve a

Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy. It’s the number one contributor to the highway deat

It’s the amount of alcohol that counts. For example, if the same person drank three double martinis (3 ounces or 90 ml of liquor each) within an hou

Folding Rear Seatback The rear seatback in your Chevrolet folds down to provide more storage space. To fold the seatback down: 1. Pull forward

collision. At a BAC level of 0.10 percent, the chance of this driver having a collision is twelve times greater; at a level of 0.15 percent, the c

Control of a Vehicle You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering and the accelerato

Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts -- heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking -- rather than keeping pace with traf

Here’s how anti-lock works. Let’s say the road is wet. You’re driving safely. Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you. You slam on the bra

You can steer around the obstacle while braking hard. As you brake, your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls braking

ASR (Acceleration Slip Regulation) System (Option: LT1 VS Engine) Your vehicle may have a traction control system called ASR that limits whe

The ASR OFF warning light will come on and stay on. If the ASR system is limiting wheel spin when you press the button, the system won’t turn off

Steering Tips Driving on Curves It’s important to take curves at a reasonable speed. A lot of the “driver lost control” accidents mentioned on the

Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking. For example, you come over a hill and find a truck st

Off-Road Recovery You may find sometime that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving. If the

Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not

Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you’re awaiting an opportunity. For one thing, following too closely reduces your area of

Loss of Control Let’s review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems (brakes, steering and acceleration) don’t

Driving at Night Here are some tips on night driving. 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Drive defensively. Don’t drink and drive. Adjust your inside rearview mirr

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

The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavy rain can make it harder to

I Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems, too. The water may affect your brakes. Try t

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

At the entrance there is usually a ramp that leads to the freeway. If you have a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp, you

Once you are moving on the freeway, make certain you allow a reasonable following distance. Expect to move slightly slower at night. When you wa

Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis”? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it highway

Why Safety Belts Work Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it’s just a seat on wheels. ~ Put someone on it. 1-8

If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you’re planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjo

Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: Have your Chevrolet in good shape for winter. Be sure your engine coolant mix is correct. Yo

Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time, those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction. However, if there is snow or

Your anti-lock brakes improve your ability to make a hard stop on a slippery road. Even though you have the anti-lock braking system, you’ll want to b

cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you’ve been stopped by the snow. Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you. If you have

from the cold. But do it as little as possible. Preserve the fuel as long as you can. To help keep warm, you can get out of the vehicle and do some

Axle Weight Rating GAWR for either the front or rear axle. And, if you do have a heavy load, you should spread it out. Don’t carry more than 100

Towing a Trailer NOTICE: Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your vehicle and result in costly repairs not covered by your warranty. T

If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer If you do, here are some important points. 0 There are many different laws, including speed limit restrictions, ha

Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total capacity weight of y

Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn't stop. The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it c

Hitches Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trai

Driving with a Trailer Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. Before setting out for the open road, you’ll want to get to know yo

Making ’hrns When towing a trailer, the green arrows on your instrument panel will flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailer are burned out.

Parking on Hills You really should not park your vehicle, with a trailer attached, on a hill. If something goes wrong, your rig could start to move

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0 Section 5 Problems on the Road Here you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road. Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard

To turn off the flashers. When the hazard warning flashers are on, your turn signals won’t work. Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective tri

To Jump Start Your Chevrolet: 1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-volt battery with a negative ground system. NOTICE: If the other system

5. Check that the jumper cables don’t have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock. The vehicles could be damaged, too

~~ ~ ~ ~______~~~~_____~ 6. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery. Use a remote posi

or the instrument panel ... or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more

I - B+ E 12. Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent electrical shorting. Take care that they don’t touch each other or any other metal.

If your vehicle has been changed or modified since it was factory-new by adding aftermarket items like fog lamps, aero skirting, or special tires

When your vehicle is being towed, have the ignition key off. The steering wheel should be clamped in a straight-ahead position, with a clamp

Front Towing Hook-Ups I Attach T-hook chains to slots in frame rearward of front wheels on both sides. NOTICE: Do not attach winch cables or “J” hoo

Attach a separate safety chain around outboard end of each lower control arm. NOTICE: Take care not to damage the brake pipes and hoses or t

Rear Towing Hook-Ups I p Attach T-hook chains in front of rear wheels in bottom of frame rail on both sides. I NOTICE: Do not attach winch cables or

L Attach a separate safety chain around each outboard end of the rear axle. NOTICE: Take care not to damage the brake pipes and cables. NOTI

Engine Overheating You will find a coolant temperature gage on your Chevrolet’s instrument panel. You may also find a low coolant warning light on y

If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get the overheat warning but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes

Cooling V-6 Engine System When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what you’ll see: 1. Coolant recovery tank 2. Radiator pressure car, 3.

Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts -- and the Answers e.’ Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I’m

If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling, don’t do anything else until it cools down. When it is cool, remove the coolant recover

How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank If you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant level isn’t at FULL COLD , add a 50/50 mixtur

When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at FULL COLD, start your vehicle. If the overheat warning continues, there’s one more thing you

HOW to Add Coolant to the Radiator (V-6 Engines) 2. Then keep turning the pressure cap, but now push down as you turn it. Remove the pressu

~~ 3. Fill the radiator with the proper mix, up to the base of the filler neck. 4. Then fill the coolant recovery tank to FULL COLD.

5. Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank, but leave the radiator pressure cap off. 6. Start the engine and let it run until you can fe

8. Then replace the pressure cap. At any time during this procedure if coolant begins to flow out of the filler neck, reinstall the pressure ca

1. You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. T

3. After the engine cools, open the air bleed valves on the heater return hose and water pump inlet. 4. 5. 6. 7. Fill with the proper mix. Add coolant

8. Start the engine and allow it to run in idle for approximately four minutes. By this time, the coolant level inside the radiator will be lower.

How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for people of adult size. Be aware that there are special things to know about safety

If a Tire Goes Flat It’s unusual for a tire to “blow out” while you’re driving, especially if you maintain your tires properly. If air goes out

The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and change a tire. The equipment you’ll need is in the right (passenger) rear area behind the

Jsemove the wing nut and adapter and pull out the spare. To remove the jack and wheel wrench, loosen and remove the bolt and remove the plast

AA Start with the jack (A) and wheel wrench (B). The jack has a bolt at the end. Attach the wheel wrench to the jack bolt. Turn the wheel wrench

If your wheel has a center cap, pry it off using the wheel wrench. If your vehicle has a bolt-on wheel cover, loosen the plastic caps using t

If your vehicle has optional alloy wheels, each wheel may have one locknut in place of the standard wheel nut. A special wheel lock key (remova

Position the jack under the vehicle. There is a notch in the vehicle's rocker flange. Raise the jack head until it fits firmly into the notch

NOTICE: Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned will damage the vehicle or may allow the vehicle to fall off the ja

Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. Place the spare on the wheel mounting surface. Replace the wheel nu

Lower the vehicle by rotating the wheel wrench counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a criss-cross sequen

Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt isn’t long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender” at the end of this section. Make sure

Replace the jack, wheel wrench and flat tire using the storage instructions. When you replace the trim panel, be sure to tuck it under the we

Compact Spare Tire Although the compact spare was fully inflated when your vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time. Check the inf

If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow What you don’t want to do when your vehicle is stuck is to spin your wheels too fast. The method

0 Section 6 Service and Appearance Care Here you will find information about the care of your We hope you’ll want to keep your GM vehicle all GM

Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work, you’ll want to get the proper Chevrolet Service Manual. It tells you

Fuel 3.4L L32 (Code S) and 3800 L36 (Code K) The 8th digit of your vehicl,e identification number (VIN) shows the code letter for your engine. You

Fuel 5.7L LT1 (Code P) The 8th digit of your vehicle identification number (VIN) shows the code letter for your engine. You will find the VIN at

Gasolines for Cleaner Air Your use of gasoline with deposit control additives will help prevent deposits from forming in your engine and fuel system.

Filling Your Tank To take off the cap, turn it slowly to the left (counterclockwise). Be careful not to spill gasoline. Clean gasoline from pai

Checking Things Under the Hood Hood Release To open the hood, first pull the. handle inside the lower left side of your vehicle. n L/ I Ill- - Then g

The safety belt locks if there’s a sudden stop or crash. On convertible models, the safety belt also locks if you pull the belt very quickly ou

3800 L36 (Code K) When you open the hood you’ll see: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. Battery Engine Coolant Reservoir Engine Oil Dipstick Aut

3.4L L32 (Code S) When you open the hood you’ll see: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. Battery Engine Coolant Reservoir Engine Oil Dipstick Aut

5.7L LT1 (Code P) When you open the hood you’ll see: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. Battery Engine Coolant Reservoir Engine Oil Dipstick Automa

Then just pull the hood down and close it firmly. Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on. Engine Oil LOW blL If the “LOW OIL”

3.4 L - L32 (Code S) Oil Dipstick Location 3800 - L36 (Code K) Oil Dipstick Location 6-12

5.7 L - Ltl (Code P) Oil Dipstick Location To Check Engine Oil Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth, then push it bac

5.7 L - Ltl (Code P) When to Add Oil If the oil is at or below the ADD line, then you’ll need to add some oil. But you must use the right kind. Thi

What Kind of Oil to Use 3800 L36 (Code K) Oils of the proper quality for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the “Starburst” symbol. The “

3.4L L32 (Code S) and 5.7L LTl (Code P) RECOMMENDED SAL VISCOSITY GRADE EN61NE OILS FOR BEST FUEL ECONOMY AND COLD STARTING, SELECT THE LOWEST SAL

Engine Oil Additives Don’t add anything to your oil. Your Chevrolet dealer is ready to advise if you think something should be added. When to Chang

@ What’s wrong with this? A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place. 1-15

Air Cleaner V6 ENGINES V8 ENGINE Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to replace the air filter. See “Scheduled Maintenance Servic

NOTICE: If the air cleaner is off, a backfire can cause a damaging engine fire. And, dirt can easily get into your engine, which will da

2. Disconnect the plastic clamp on the duct. Pull apart the connection. 3. Pull the air cleaner straight up. Unclamp the metal clips. 6-20

4. Open the air cleaner and remove the filter. Automatic Transmission Fluid When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic tra

To get the right reading, the fluid should be at normal operating temperature, which is 180°F to 200°F (82°C to 93°C). To check transmission

3.4L Engine Transmission Dipstick 1. 5.7L Engine Transmission Dipstick 2. 3. Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel. Pu

3.4 L and 5.7L Engines 3800 Engine Transmission Dipstick The fluid level must be in the COLD area for a cold check or in the HOT area or cross-ha

now to Add Fluid Manual Transmlssion Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transmission fluid to use. See “Recommended Flu

Then, follow these steps: 1. Remove the filler plug. 2. Check that the lubricant level is up to the bottom of the filler plug hole. 3. If the

How to Check The proper fluid should be added if the level is below the “STEP” mark on the reservoir. See the instructions on the reservoir cap. Re

What’s wrong with this? A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times. 1-16

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

Adding Coolant To Check Coolant When your engine is cold, check the dipstick on the cap of the coolant recovery tank. The coolant level should be at

I I 1 Add coolant mix at the recovery tank, but be careful not , to spill it. Radiator Pressure Cap (All Engines) NOTICE: Your radiator cap is

Power Steering Fluid 3.4L Engine I 3800 Engine 6-31

5.7L Engine How To Check Power Steering Fluid When the engine compartment is cool, unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag. Repl

What to Add Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of fluid to use. See “Recommended Fluids and car ” in the Index. NOTICE: When

NOTICE: When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. Don’t mix water with ready-to-use washer

necessary, only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to check your brake fluid. Se

What to Add When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 brake fluid -- such as Delco Supreme II@ (GM Part No. 1052535). Use new brake fluid from a s

Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied. This does not mean something is wro

&: What’s wrong with this? A: The belt is twisted across the body. 1-17

Battery Every new Chevrolet has a Delco Freedom@ battery. You never have to add water to one of these. When it’s time for a new battery, we reco

To check the aim, the vehicle should be properly prepared as follows: The vehicle must have all four tires on a perfectly level surface. 0 The vehic

There are four headlamps. Each one has its own vertical and horizontal aim position indicator. Each indicator has its own aiming screw. A. Vertic

5. Now adjust the vertical aim. Check the vertical aim for each headlamp and adjust it as necessary. 6. Turn the vertical aiming screw until the bub

1. Remove the Torx@ head screws at the end of the aiming ring. 2. The aiming ring will swing open like a gate. Remove the aiming ring from the as

3. Pull the headlamp out of the assembly. Remove the wiring connector from the headlamp socket by lifting the plastic locking tabs on the connector

9. Check the headlamp aim indicators. The horizontal indicator (A) should be on 0 (zero). If the vehicle is level, the vertical indicator (B) shou

Front Turn Signal Rear lamps To change any rear bulb, you have to remove the entire housing. I. Using a screwdriver, remove the plastic screws from

4. Pull the assembly off from the outside. 5. To remove a socket with a tab, press the tab and turn the socket counterclockwise. To remove a soc

3. Turn counterclockwise and pull out the socket and the bulb. 4. Pull out the bulb. 5. Reverse the steps with a new bulb. Wiper Blade Assembly

To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way. Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out

Wiper Blade Element Replacement To replace the wiper blade element refer to the wiper blade assembly replacement instructions. To replace the

Tires We don’t make tires. Your new vehicle comes with high quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. These tires are warranted by the tir

Inflation - Tire Pressure The Tire-Loading Information label which is on the driver’s door shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires,

When to Check Check your tires once a month or more. Don’t forget your compact spare tire. It should be at 60 psi (420 kPa). DW to Check use a good q

LIJ If you have P245/50ZR 16 Goodyear Eagle GS-C tires, they must roll in a certain direction for the best overall performance. The direction is sh

When it’s Time for New Tires One way to tell when it’s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which will appear when your tires ha

Uniform Tire Quality Grading I The following information relates to the system I developed by the United States National Highway i Traffic Safe

Temperature - A, B, C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its abi

Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked, or badly rusted or corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the wheel, wheel bolts,

Used Replacement Wheels Tire Chains NOTICE: If your Chevrolet has P235/55R16 or P245150ZRl6 size tires, don’t use tire chains; they can damage your

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Appearance Care Remember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic. Others can burst into flame if you strike a match or get them on a h

Using Foam-Type Cleaner on Fabric 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Vacuum and brush the area to remove any loose dirt. Always clean a whole trim panel or s

Special Cleaning Problems Greasy or Oily Stains Stains caused by grease, oil, butter, margarine, shoe polish, coffee with cream, chewing gum, co

I I Cleaning Leather Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap or saddle soap. For stubborn stains, use a GM Vinylkeather Cleaner or equiv

Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer, or if the wiper blade cha

should be flushed promptly and not allowed to dry on the surface, or they could stain. Dry the finish with a soft, clean chamois or a 100% cotton t

Cleaning Your Convertible Top Your convertible top should be cleaned often. If you use an automatic car wash, use one with water jets and hangin

Sheet Metal Damage If your vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement, make sure the body repair shop applies anti-corrosi

Appearance Care and Maintenance Materials You can get these from your GM Parts Department. I I I PART NUMBER I SIZE DESCRIPTION USAGE * Not reco

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) r 1111 111111I IIII 11111111IIIIIIII IIIIIllll11111I1111111111Ill I IllIIIII I # ENGINE / ’gg5 \ PLANT CODE MOD

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AIR BAG There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows “AIR BAG’ on it. The system checks the air bag’s electrical syste

Add-on Electrical Equipment Fuses and Circuit Breakers ~ NOTICE: i ’ Don’t add anything electrical to your Chevrolet unless you check wit

Headlamps The headlamp wiring is protected by a circuit breaker. An electrical overload will cause the lamps to go on and off, or in some cases to

Underhood Electrical Center Fuses czb ABS IGN FANSIACTR PCM F G INJECTOR INJECTOR IGNITION A/C- CRUISE I I I I I I I I I 6-70

1. ABS BAT Electronic Brake Control Module 2. FOG LTS: Fog Lamps 3. Not Used 4. Not Used 5. ABS IGN: Anti-Lock Brake System 6. FAN/ACTR: Coolant Fa

Main Fuse Block FUSE USAGECHART I I I ”- RADIO €I 160 ACCY CRANK WINDOWS BATT WIPER/WASH IP DIMMER IGN 12[--1 11- gn 80 70 60 50 DEFOG/SEATS CIGAR

Replacement Bulbs Ashtray* ... 194 Automatic Transmission Indicator ... 73 Backup ...

Capacities and Specifications Engine Type VIN Engine Code S and K ... V6 VIN Engine Code P ... V8 Fuel Delivery .

Capacities (Approximate) Continued Crankcase With Filter Change ... 4.5 qt. (4.3 L)*“: Fuel Tank ... 15.5 gal. (58.7

Replacement Parts Air Cleaner Filter ... A 1 I63C Battery ... 75-60 Engine Oil Filter VIN Engine

0 Section 7 Maintenance Schedule IMPORTANT: KEEP ENGINE OIL AT THE PROPER LEVELANDCHANGEAS RECOMMENDED This section covers the maintenance required

Where is the air bag? The driver’s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel. The right front passenger’s air bag is in the instrument panel

How This Section is Organized The remainder of this section is divided into five parts: “Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” shows what to hav

Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Using Your Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working

Maintenance Schedule Schedule I Definition Follow Maintenance Schedule I if any one of these is true for your vehicle: Most trips are less than 5

Maintenance Schedule Schedule I1 Definition I Follow Schedule I1 onZy if none of the conditions from Schedule I is true. Every 7,500 Miles (12 500

Maintenance Schedule I The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles (166 000 km) at

I Maintenance Schedule I I 6,000 Miles (10 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Se

I Maintenance Schedule I I 9,000 Miles (15 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Ser

I Maintenance Schedule I I 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control S

I Maintenance Schedule I I 18,000 Miles (30 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Ser

I Maintenance Schedule I I 22,500 Miles (37 500 km) 0 Change the rear axle gear lubricant if vehicle is used to pull a trailer. 24,000 Miles (40 000

It is possible that in a crash only one of the two air bags in your vehicle will deploy. This is rare, but can happen in a crash just severe enou

I Maintenance Schedule I I 27,000 Miles (45 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control

I Maintenance Schedule I I 0 Replace spark plugs (except 5.7L Code P 0 Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Control 0 Replace air cleaner filter. Re

I Maintenance Schedule I I 33,000 Miles (55 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control S

I Maintenance Schedule I I 37,500 Miles (62 500 km) 0 Change the rear axle gear lubricant if vehicle is used to pull a trailer. DATE SERVICED BY: ACTU

1 Maintenance Schedule I I 42,000 Miles (70 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control S

I Maintenance Schedule I I 48,000 Miles (80 000 km) - Uses such as found in taxi, police or If you do not use your vehicle under any of these condi

Maintenance Schedule I 51,000 Miles (85 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter 3 months, whichever occurs An Emission Control Service. (or every firs

I Maintenance Schedule I I 54,000 Miles (90 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control S

Maintenance Schedule I 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Serv

Maintenance Schedule I 0 Replace spark plugs (except 5.7L Code P 0 Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Control 0 Replace air cleaner filter. Replac

I ! In many crashes severe enough to inflate an air bag, windshields are broken by vehicle deformation. Additional windshield breakage may also occur

1 Maintenance Schedule I I 66,000 Miles (110 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control

Maintenance Schedule I 69,000 Miles (115 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Se

I Maintenance Schedule I I 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 0 Change the rear ax

I Maintenance Schedule I I 78,000 Miles (130 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control

I Maintenance Schedule I I 82,500 Miles (137 500 km) 0 Change the rear axle gear lubricant if vehicle is used to pull a trailer. I DATE ACTUAL MILEA

I Maintenance Schedule I I 87,000 Miles (145 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control

- Maintenance Schedule I 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) (Continued) - Uses such as found in taxi, police or If you do not use your vehicle under any of th

I Maintenance Schedule I I 93,000 Miles (155 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control

I Maintenance Schedule I I 97,500 Miles (162 500 km) 0 Change the rear axle gear lubricant if vehicle is used to pull a trailer. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE

I Maintenance Schedule I 1 100,000 Miles (1 66 000 km) [7 Replace spark plugs (5.7L Code P engine only). An Emission Control Service. 0 If you have n

Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Chevrolet Air bags affect how your Chevrolet should be serviced. There are parts of the air bag system in several

Maintenance Schedule I1 The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles (166 000 km)

15,000 Miles (25 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0 Lubricate the ste

Maintenance Schedule I1 22,500 Miles (37 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control S

Maintenance Schedule I1 - Uses such as found in taxi, police or If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the fluid an

Maintenance Schedule I1 I 37,500 Miles (62 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contro

I Maintenance Schedule I1 I - In hilly or mountainous terrain. - When doing frequent trailer towing. - Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery

I Maintenance Schedule I1 I 52,500 Miles (87 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control

Maintenance Schedule I1 ~ 1 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contro

Maintenance Schedule I1 60,000 Miles (I00 000 km) (Continued) 0 Replace spark plugs (except 5.7L Code P 0 Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Contr

Maintenance Schedule I1 I 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control

The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s more likely that the fetus won’t

Maintenance Schedule I1 I 82,500 Miles (137 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control

I Maintenance Schedule I1 I - In hilly or mountainous terrain. - When doing frequent trailer towing. - Uses such as found in taxi, police or vyou do

Maintenance Schedule I1 I 97,500 Miles (162 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contro

Part B: Owner Checks and Services Listed below are owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the

At Least Once a Year Key Lock Cylinders Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified in Part D. Body Lubrication Lubricate all bo

On vehicles with a key release button, try to turn the key to LOCK without pressing the button. The key should turn to LOCK only with the key but

Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed below are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance,

Throttle Linkage Inspection Inspect the throttle linkage for interference or binding, and for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts as needed.

Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained fr

USAGE Floor Shift Linkage Chassis Lubrication Rear Axle (Standard Differential) Rear Axle (Limited-Slip Differential) Windshield Washer Solvent FLUID/

.” .. 1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted. On convertible models, the shoulder belt may lock i

Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service in the

Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7-53

Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE MAINTENANCE PERFORMED SERVICED BY READING r 7-54

0 Section 8 Customer Assistance Information Here you will find out how to contact Chevrolet if you need assistance. This section also tells you

For prompt assistance, please have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative: 0 0 0 0 0 Your name,

GM Participation in BBB AUTO LINE - Alternative Dispute Resolution Program* '"This program may not be available in all states, dependin

We prefer you utilize the Customer Satisfaction Procedure before you resort to AUTO LINE, but you may contact the BBB at any time. The BBB

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT If you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should i

Roadside offers two levels of service to the customer, Basic Care and Courtesy'" Cure: ROADSIDE Basic Cure PROVIDES: Toll-free number, 1

0 Vehicle color 0 Vehicle location Telephone number where you can be reached 0 Vehicle mileage 0 Description of problem Courtesy Transportation

3. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part. The lap part of the belt should be w

Canadian Roadside Assistance Vehicles purchased in Canada have an extensive Roadside Assistance program accessible from anywhere in Canada or

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0 Section 9 INDEX Acceleration slip Regulation (ASR) System WarningLight ... 4-9 Acceleration Slip Regulation System Wa

Automatic Overdrive Position ... 2-23 First Gear (1) Position ... 2-24 Neutral (N) Position ...

Child Restraints ... 1-3 1 Securing in a Rear Seat Position ... 1-33 Securing in the Right Front Seat Po

Defects. Reporting ... 8-4 Defensive Driving ... 4- 1 Defogging ...

Fabric Cleaning ... 6-59 Fifth Gear (5). Manual Transmission (Five Speed) ... 2-25 Fifth Gear (5). Manual Transmission (

The safety belt locks if there’s a sudden stop or a crash. On convertible models, the safety belt also locks if you pull the belt very quickly out

Hitches. Trailer ... 4-34 Hydraulic Clutch ... 6-26 Hydraulic Clutch Fluid Horn ...

Lock. Torque ... 2-32 Long Trip, Before Leaving on a ... 4-22 Loss of Control ...

Neutral (N) Position. Automatic Transmission ... 2-23 Neutral (N) Position. Manual Transaxle (Five Speed) ... 2-25 Neutral (N) Position. Manual Tr

Rain. Driving In ... 4- 18 RearAxle ... 6-27 Rear Axle. Limited Slip ...

Safety Warnings and Symbols ... vi Scheduled Maintenance Services ... 7-3 Seat. Manual Four-Way ...

Tamper Resistant Odometer ... 2-67 Tape Player Care ... 3-17 Theft ...

Vehicle Loading ... 4-29 Vehicle Storage ... 6-38 Vehicle Symbols ...

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i Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! That includes infants and all children smaller than adult size. In fact, the law in every state in

GENERAL MOTORS, GM and the GM Emblem, CHEVROLET and the Chevrolet Emblem and the name Camaro are registered trademarks of General Motors Co

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Child Restraints Be sure to follow the instructions for the restraint. You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet, or bot

Top Strap If your child restraint has a top strap, it should be anchored. If you need to have an anchor installed, you can ask your Chevrolet deal

Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child

I 5. To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt while 6. Push and pull the child restraint in different you push down on the child restraint.

You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. You’ll need a safety locking clip

5. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 1-36 .. -

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Larger Children I Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat. But they need to use the safety belts pro

Q: What if a child is wearing a lap-shoulder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child’s face o

The dynamic William C. “Billy” Durant shifted gears from making carriages to making cars, forming half the team that gave birth to Chevrolet.

Wherever the child sits, the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the child’s thighs. This applies belt for

Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, you

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0 Section 2 Features & Controls I Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your Chevrolet, and information on starting,

W The ignition keys are for the ign’ition only. -l The door keys are for the doors and all other locks. When a new Camaro is delivered, the deale

If you need a new ignition key, go to your Chevrolet dealer, who can obtain the correct key code. In an emergency, call Chevrolet Roadside Assista

From the outside: Use your door key. From the inside: To lock the door, move the lock control on the door backward. TO unlock the door, move t

Power Door Locks (Option) ~~ Push the power door lock switch to lock or unlock both doors at once. The switch only works when the ignition switch is

Should interference to this system occur, try this: 0 0 0 0 Check to determine if battery replacement is necessary. See the instructions on batter

Matching Transmitter@) To Your Vehicle Each key chain transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle. If a transmitt

1 I In January 1942, Chevrolet factories In 1932 Chevrolet introduced the Synchro-Mesh transmission and offered a host of accessories-including such

4 8 1 c c -w I 2. Insert one end of a fused jumper into terminal 8. , Terminal 8 is the top terminal on the far right. ,> ,_ . 3. Insert the othe

To replace batteries in the Remote Lock Control: 1. Carefully pry off the cover by inserting a dime (or 2. Lift off the front cover, bottom half firs

Remote Hatch Release (Option) I\\ ‘\ Press the switch in your glove box to unlock the hatch from inside your vehicle. If you have an automatic tran

I I I ! I Theft Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your Chevrolet has a number of theft deterrent features, we know t

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 s

When the PASS-Key@II system senses that someone is using the wrong key, it shuts down the vehicle’s starter and fuel systems. For about three minute

New Vehicle “Break-In” Ignition Switch NOTICE: Your modern Chevrolet doesn’t need an elaborate “break-in.” But it will perform better in the

If you have an automatic transmission, the ignition switch can’t be turned to LOCK unless the shift lever is in the PARK (P) position. OFF (C): Unlo

Retained Accessory Power (RAP) NOTICE: If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can’t turn it, be sure it is all the way in. If it is, then turn

Starting Your Engine Automatic transmission: Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Your engine won’t start in any other position -- tha

r"'---"-----'---- I I I I I I .. I I The I957 Chevy started a romance with I I the American public-and was powered by I an avail

NOTICE: Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle. If you add electrical parts or accessories, you could change the wa

2. If your engine still won’t start (or starts but then stops), it could be flooded with too much gasoline. Try pushing your accelerator pedal a

Engine Coolant Heater (Option) In very cold weather, 0°F (- 18 O C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You’ll get easier starting and b

NOTICE: After you’ve used the coolant heater, be sure to store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts.

PARK (P): This locks your rear wheels. It’s the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can’t move easily. Ensure

10 rock ydw’\t&icle back and forth to get out of snow, ice or sand without damaging your transmission, see “Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice

THIRD (D): This is like @, but you never go into Overdrive. Here are some times you might choose D instead of 0: - When driving on hilly, windi

Manual Transmission 1 ‘3 5 2 R Five-Speed This is your shift pattern. Here’s how to operate your transmission: FIRST (1): Press the clutch pedal an

I I 1 NOTICE: Shift to REVERSE (R) only after your vehicle is stopped. Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is moving could damage your t

REVERSE (R): To back up, press down the clutch pedal and shift into REVERSE (R). Let up on the clutch pedal slowly while pressing the accelerator ped

How to Use This Manual Many people read their owner’s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle. This will help you learn

Once you are in FOURTH (4), you can press the clutch again and shift into another gear. Follow the shift speeds on this chart when the ‘‘SKIP SHIFT” l

NOTICE: If you skip more than one gear when you downshift, or if you race the engine when you downshift, you can damage the clutch

To release the parking brake:Hold the brake pedal down. Pull the parking brake lever up until you can push in the release button. Hold the rel

Shifting Into PARK (P) (Automatic Transmission Models only) 1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake. 2. M

Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running (Automatic Tkansmission) If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running, be sure your

Shifting Out of PARK (P) (Automatic Transmission) Your Chevrolet has a brake-transmission shift interlock. You have to fully apply your regular bra

Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust 2-34

Running Your Engine While You’re Parked (Automatic Transmission) It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here

Windows Manual Windows Rotate the window crank handle to open and close each door window. Power Windows (Option) With power windows, switches on

Horn Tilt Wheel To sound the horn, press either horn symbol on your steering wheel. A tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel be

Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, in this book you will find these notices: NOTICE: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. In

The Turn SignaVHeadlamp Beam Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes your: 0 Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator 0 H

A green arrow on the instrument panel will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change. To signal a lane change, just raise or lower the lev

Windshield Wipers You control the windshield wipers by turning the band with the wiper symbol on it. For a single wiping cycle, turn the band to MIS

Windshield Washer At the top of the turn signalheadlamp beam lever there’s a paddle with the word PUSH on it. To spray washer fluid on the windshie

Cruise Control (Option) With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator

To Set Cruise Control 1. Move the cruise control switch to ON 2. Get up to the speed you want. 3. Push in the set button at the end of the lev

To Resume a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake or clutch pedal. This, of course, shuts

To Reduce Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to reduce ?bur speed while using cruise control: 1. Push in the button at the end o

To Get Out of Cruise Control There are several ways to turn off the cruise control: 1. Step lightly on the brake pedal or push the clutch pedal

Lamps Main Lamp Control The main lamp control is a knob that works these lamps: 0 Headlamps 0 Taillamps 0 Parking lamps 0 License lamps Sidemarker lam