Chevrolet 1998 Lumina Bedienungshandbuch

GENUINE CHEVROLET

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

Move the lever up as far as it will go. 3. Move the ignition key to LOCK. 4. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can leave you

Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running I A CAUTIdN: It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running. Your veh

1 I Shifting Out of PARK (P) Your vehicle has a Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock (BTSI). You must fully apply your regular brakes before yo

Engine Exhaust Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness an

A CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your

To stop the window while it is lowering, press the front of the switch. To raise the window, press and hold the front of the switch. The driv

lbrn Signal and Lane Change Indicator The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two downward (for left) positions. These positio

Headlamp High/Low Beam To change your headlamps from low beam to high beam, or high to low, pull the multifunction lever all the way tow

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

/d CAUTION: 0 0 Cruise control can be dangerous where you can’t drive safely at a steady speed. So, don’t use your cruise control on windin

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

Resuming a Set Speed Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you

Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to reduce your speed while using cruise control: 0 Push in the SET button unt

Exterior Lamps The lamp controls are on the instrument panel. They control these systems: 0 Headlamps 0 Taillamps 0 Parking Lamps 0 License L

When the DRL are on, only your reduced intensity high-beam headlamps will be on. The taillamps, sidemarker and other lamps won’t be on.

If you open a door, the lamps will stay on while it’s open and then turn off automatically about 18 seconds after you close it. If

Battery Saver Your vehicle has a feature to help prevent you from draining the battery, in case you accidentally leave the courtesy lamps

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 se

Door Storage Compartments Each of the doors has a storage compartment. Center Console To open the storage area, press the button located

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 fi

Floor Mats (Option) . . . . . . . . View A View B Installation 1. Move the driver’s seat to its most rearward position. 2. Locate the driver’s

Seats and Seat Controls This section tells you how to adjust the seats and explains reclining seatbacks and head restraints. 2-Way Manu

Auxiliary Power Connection Your vehicle is equipped with auxiliary power leads. These leads can be used to power aftermarket electrical eq

Sunroof (Option) Your sunroof includes a sliding glass panel and a sliding sunshade. The sunroof switch is located between the sun vis

Instrument Panel -- Your Information System @ \ 2-46

A. Vents B. Instrument Cluster C. Climate Controls/Rear Defogger D. Glove Box E. Audio System E Ashtray and Lighter G. Remote Trunk Release H.

Instrument Panel Cluster \\- VOLTS AIR BAG Standard Cluster: United States Version Shown, Canadian Similar Your instrument cluster is design

0 HOT Optional Cluster: United States Version Shown, Canadian Similar 2-49

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

Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will he

Air Bag Rc iliness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG or the air bag symbol. The syste

Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. If one part isn’t working, the other part ca

Driver’s 4-Way Manual Seat (Option) The driver’s seat may have a bar and a handle under the front edge of the seat. Lift the bar to unlock

_____ ~ ~ - Anti-Lock Brake Svstem Warning Light (Option) U ANTI - LOCK With the anti-lock brake system, this light will come on when you

Anti-Lock Brake System Active Light (Option) LOW TRAC When your anti-lock system is adjusting brake pressure to help avoid a braking skid, the

Engine Coolant Temperature Gage You have a gage that shows the engine coolant temperature. If the gage pointer moves into the red area,

This system is called OBD 11 (On-Board Diagnostics-Second Generation) and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels fo

If the light stops flashing and remains on steady, see “If the Light Is On Steady” following. If the light continues to flash, when it is

Oil Warning Light OIL If you have a problem with your oil, this light may stay on after you start your engine, or come on when you are driv

Low Oil Level Light Change Oil Soon Light LOW OIL Your engine is equipped with an oil level monitoring system. When the ignition key is t

Security Light Fuel Gage SECURITY This light will come on when you turn the key to START and stay on until the vehicle starts. It will als

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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 and audio systems off

FRONT (A): Raise the front of the seat by holding the switch up. Hold the switch down to lower the front of the seat. CENTER (B): Move t

Comfort Controls Air Conditioning with Electronic Controls With these systems, you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation in you

Mode Knob The left knob has several settings to control the direction of airflow. For each setting, set the temperature to a comfortable sett

Air Conditioning On very hot days, open the windows long enough to let hot, inside air escape. This reduces the A/C compressor load, whic

Ventilation Tips 0 For mild outside temperatures when little heating or cooling is needed, use VENT to direct outside air through your vehi

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

RECALL: Display the time with the ignition off by pressing the RECALL knob. When the radio is playing, press this button to recall the station

Setting the Tone BASS: Slide the lever up or down to increase or decrease bass. TREB: Slide the lever up or down to increase or decrease t

SCV: Your system has a feature called Speed-Compensated-Volume (SCV). With SCV, your audio system adjusts automatically to make up for road an

- ‘1 P.SCAN: Press this button to listen to each of your favorite stations stored on your pushbuttons for a few seconds. The radio will

Playing a Cassette Tape Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tapes longer

But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving. Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerou

REV (4): Press this button to reverse the tape rapidly. Press it again to return to playing speed. The radio will play the last-selec

AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and Automatic Tone Control (If Equipped) Playing 'the Radio PWR-VOL: Press this knob to turn t

PUSHBUTTONS: The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations (six AM, six FM1 and s

AUTO TONE: This feature allows you to choose preset bass and treble equalization settings designed for countqdwestern, classical, news, rock,

I RDM (2): Press this button to hear the tracks in random, rather than sequential, order. RANDOM will show on the display. Press RDM again

Theft-Deterrent Feature (If Equipped) THEFTLOCK' is designed to discourage theft of your radio. It works by using a secret code to d

Unlocking the Theft-Deterrent Feature After a Power Loss Enter your secret code as follows; pause no more than 15 seconds between ste

Audio Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped) If your vehicle has this feature, you can control certain radio functions using the buttons

FM Stereo FM stereo will give you the best sound, but FM signals will reach only about 10 to 40 miles (16 to 65 km). Tall buildings or h

Care of Your Cassette Tape Player A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause reduced sound quality, ruined cassettes or a

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

After you clean the player, press and hold EJECT for five seconds to reset the CLN indicator. The radio will display --- to show the ind

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rfir Section 4 Your Driving and the Road Here you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather cond

Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety device in y

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

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) with

The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol in one drink. No amount of coffee or number of cold showers will speed that up.

Sometimes, as when you’re driving on snow or ice, it’s easy to ask more of those control systems than the tires and road can prov

If your engine ever stops while you’re driving, brake normally but don’t pump your brakes. If you do, the pedal may get harder to push

You never know if you’ll be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you don’t know if it will be a bad one. A few crashes are mild, and som

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

As you brake, your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly. Remember: Anti-lock does

Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning, you can steer but it

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

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

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 y

In a skid, a driver can lose control of the vehicle. Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existin

Driving at Night Night driving is more dangerous than day driving. One reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired -- by alcoho

You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps. It can take a second or two, or even several seconds, for your eyes to rea

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 hard

e Put someone on it. _*. i- f Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn't stop. 1-8

Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water. This ca

City Driving Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traff

Mile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways, expressways, turnpikes or superhighways) are the safest of all roads. But they have

The ex11 speea 1s usually posted. Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, not to your sense of motion. After driving for any dista

Then here are some tips: Hill and Mountain Roads 0 0 0 Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated, with a comfortably cool interior. Keep

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 m

Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: Have your vehicle in good shape for winter. You may want to put winter emergency

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

IfYousre Caught in a Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow, you could be in a serious situation. You should probably stay with your ve

0 Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you’ve been stopped by the snow. Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket aroun

The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield ... I or the instrument panel . . . 1-9

Loading Your Vehicle TIRE-LOADING INFORMATION I 'I, Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry. The Tire-Loading Infu

DATE MFD BY GENERAL MOTORS CORP GVWR GAWR FRT THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL rrl ’ The other label is the Certification label, found on the rear edg

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 t

That’s the reason for this part. In it are many time-tested, important trailering tips and safety rues. Many of these are important for your

You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice, or you can write us at: Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 704

Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s Tires Be sure your vehicle’s tires are inflated to the upper limit for cold tires. You’ll find these numbe

0 0 Will the trailer brake parts take 3,000 psi (20 650 Pa) of pressure? If not, the trailer brake system must not be used with your v

Making nrns NOTICE: Making very sharp turns while trailering could cause the trailer to come in contact with the vehicle. Your vehicle

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

0 Section 5 Problems on the Road Here you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road. 5-2 5-3 5-8 5-14 5-17 Hazard Warning

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

Hazard Warning Flashers 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... Press the switch (located near the ignition switch) to make your front and rea

Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles, you can set one up at the side of the road about 300 feet (100 m) behind your vehic

To avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling, set the parking brake firmly on both vehicles involved in the jump start procedure. Put y

Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode. People have been hurt doing this, and some have been blinded. Use a flashligh

7. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery. Use a remote positive (+) termina

9. Now connect the black negative (-) cable to the good battery’s negative (-) terminal. Don’t let the other end touch anything until the next

A. Heavy Metal Engine Part B. Good Battery C. Dead Battery Towing Your Vehicle Try to have a dealer or a professional towing service tow your

A CAUTION: To help avoid injury to you or others: 0 Never let passengers ride in a vehicle that is 0 Never tow faster than safe or posted speed

1 A vehicle can fall from a car carrier if it isn’t adequately secured. This can cause a collision, serious personal injury and vehicle dam

Front Towing NOTICE: Do not tow with sling-type equipment or fascidfog lamp damage will occur. Use wheel-lift or carcarrier equipment. Additional

&.’ If I’m a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? A: You may be an excellent driver,

Attach T-hook chains in front of the wheels, into the side slots of the cradle, on both sides. Rear Towing A towing dolly must be used under t

NOTICE: Do not tow with sling-type equipment or the rear bumper valance will be damaged. Use wheel-lift or car-carrier equipment. Additional ra

Engine Overheating I NOTICE: I After driving in the overheated engine protection operating made, to, avuid engine damas% allow the engine to co

If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you just open the hood. Stay away from the engi

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.

Cooling System When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what you’ll see: 3100 (Code M) Engine A. Coolant Recovery Reservoir B. Radia

An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, c

A CAUTION: Heater and radia , and other engine parts, can be very hot. Don’t touch them. If you do, you can be burned. Don’t run the engine if

NOTICE: In cold weather, water can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. Use the recommended coolant and th

A CAUTION: Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly. They are under pressure, and if you turn th

Lap-Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Here’s how to wear it properly. 1. Close and lock the door. 2. Adjust the seat (to

How to Add Coolant to the Radiator LOTICE: Your engine has a specific radiator fill procedure. Failure to follow this procedure could cause your

3. After the engine cools, open the coolant air bLa valve or valves. ... .. 3 100 V6 (VIN Code M): There are two bleed valves. One is located on

If you see a stream of coolant coming from an air bleed valve, close the valve. Otherwise, close the valves after the radiator is filled. 6. Then fill

8. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine cooling fans. filler ne

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

I The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and change a tire. k i Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment you’ll n

Turn the nut holding the jack and wrench to the left and remove it. Then remove the jack and wrench. The tools you’ll be using include the j

I If there is a wheel cover, loosen the nut caps with the wheel wrench. They won’t come off. Then, using the flat end of the wheel wrenc

Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1. Using the wheel wrench, loosen all the wheel nuts. Don’t remove them yet. 2.

FRONT VEHICLE - REAR EDGE OF FRONT WHEEL OPENING L FRONT /I OF VEHICLE FRONT EDGE OF REAR WHEEL OPENING Front The pictures shown directly above

5. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder belt. The lap part of the belt s

I I 1 Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured or killed. Neve

6. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. A CAUTION: Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to wh

7. Replace the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel. Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against

9. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown. Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the whe

Storing the Flat Tire and T 01s I Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause i

Storing the Spare Tire and Tools Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause in

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

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 meth

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0 Section 6 Service and Appearance Care Here you will find information about the care of your vehicle. This section begins with service

Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster Before you begin to drive, move the shoulder belt adjuster to the height that is right for you. To move

1- Service Doing Your Own Service Work Your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. We hope you’ll go to your

UTI I e You can be injured and your vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it. 0

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To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the United States are now required to contain additives that will help prevent deposits from formi

Filling Your Tank I . .. While refueling, let the cap hang by the tether below the fuel fill opening. To remove the cap, turn it slowly to

CAUTION: If you get gasoline on yourself and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. Gasoline can spray out on you if you open t

Filling a Portable Fuel Container Checking Things Under the Hood Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle. Static electric

Hood Release To open the hood, first pull the handle located inside the vehicle near the parking brake pedal. Then go to the front of the ve

When you open the hood on the 3100 (Code M) engine, you’ll see: i j I I I A. Engine Coolant Reservoir €3. Radiator Fill Cap C. Power Steering Fluid

When you open the hood on the 3800 (Code K) engine, you’ll see: A. Engine Coolant Reservoir F. Automatic Transaxle B. Radiator Fill Cap F

Q: What’s wrong with this? A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection this way. -I You can be seriously h

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

Checking Engine Oil When to Add Engine Oil Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or If the oil is at or below the lower ma

The engine oil fill cap is located toward the front of the engine near the yellow-looped engine oil dipstick. 3100 (Code M) Engine 3800 (Code K) E

RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADE ENGINE OILS FOR BEST FUEL EC------’ 1 AND COLD STARTING, -----I THE LOWEST SAL VISCOSITY 6L-b wml FOR THE EXPE

I RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADE ENGINE OILS FOR 6ES1 FUEL ECONOMY AND COU) r-rru16, SELECT THE LOWEST SAE VISCOSITY GRADE OIL FOR THE Eh. --.J TE

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

Air Cleaner .. To check or replace the air filter, remove the four screws and pull off the cover. Pull out the filter. Be sure to instal

Operating the engine with the air cleaner off can cause you or others to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the air, it stops flame

How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may choose to have this done at your Chevrolet dealership Service Departm

Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps: 3100 (Code M) Engine 3800 (Code K) Engine The transaxle fluid dipstick handle is t

@ What’s wrong with this? I A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place. You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place li

How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transaxle fluid to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” i

NOTICE: When adding coolant, it is important that you use only DEX-COOL@ (silicate-free) coolant. If coolant other than DEX-COOL is added to th

NOTICE: If you use an improper coolant mixture, your engme could overheat and be badly damaged. The repair cost wouldn't be covered

If this light comes on, it means you’re low on LOW engine coolant. COOLANT Adding Coolant If you need more coolant, add the proper DEX-COOL@

I- Radiator Pressure Cap NOTICE: Your radiator cap is a 15 psi (105 kPa) pressure-type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent cool

How To Check Power Steering Fluid When the engine compartment is cool, wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean, then unscrew the cap a

Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read the manufacturer’s instructions before use. If

Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is here. It is filled with DOT-3 brake fluid. There are only two reasons why the

What to Add When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 brake fluid -- such as Delco Supreme ll@ (GM Part No. 12377967). Use new brake f

Brake Wear Your vehicle has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes if it is equipped with the 3 100 engine. It has four-wheel disc brakes if

Q: What’s wrong with this? d I I I I I I II I I I I A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all tim

Brake Pedal Travel See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to normal height, or if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel

Bulb Replacement In this section you’ll find directions for changing the bulbs in some of the lamps on your vehicle. See “Replacement Bulbs’

Front Parking and Turn Signal Lamp . 2. Open the flap by lifting the tab. 1. Open the hood. There is one flap on each side of the radiator.

. ... ^ .. , , I 3. Position the radiator air side baffle aside and remove the two fasteners. Remove the snap screw from the fascia. Slide

5. To remove a socket, press the tab, turn the socket to 6. Pull the bulb out. Do not twist it. 7. Push the new bulb into the socket. 8. Re

i Dome Lamp 1. Grasp the front and rear center of the dome lamp cover at the same time. Then squeeze and pull downward. (To help pry the si

3. Full the windshield wiper arm away from the windshield. 4. While holding the wiper arm away from the glass, push the release clip from under

Inflation -- Tire Pressure The Tire-Loading Information label, which is on the inside of the trunk lid shows the correct inflation pressur

Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be rotated every 6,000 to 8,000 miles (10 000 to 13 000 km). Any time you notice unusual wear, r

A: The belt is twisted across the body. You can be seriously iqjured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you wouldn’t have the full. width af the belt to s

When It’s Time for New Tires 0 The tire has a bump, bulge or split. One way to tell when it’s time for new tires is to check the treadwear in

Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving. If you mix tires of different sizes or types (radial and bias-belted tires), the

Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a sp

Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest t

NOTICE: The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer or odometer calibration, headlamp aim, bumper

NOTICE: (Continued) If you do find traction devices that will fit, install them on the front tires. If you have other tires, use tire chains

~~~ ~~~ ~~ Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt. Wipe vinyl, leather, plasti

Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Stains caused by such things as catsup, coffee (black), egg, fruit, fruit juice, milk, soft drinks, vom

Cleaning Leather Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap or saddle soap and wipe dry with a soft cloth. Then, let the

Cleaning Glass Surfaces Glass should be cleaned often. GM Glass Cleaner (GM Part No. 1050427) or a liquid household glass cleaner will

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 i

Don’t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun. Don’t use strong soaps or chemical detergents. Use liquid hand, dish or car washing

Cleaning Aluminum Wheels (If Equipped) Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water. Rinse with clean wa

Finish Damage Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the finish should be repaired right away. Bare metal will corrode quickl

Appearance Care Materials Chart PART NUMBER USAGE DESCRIPTION SIZE 994954 Exterior polishing cloth Polishing Cloth - Wax Treated 23 in. x

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 0 the model designation, paint information and 0 a list of all production options and special equipment.

Headlamp Wiring The headlamp wiring is protected by a circuit breaker in the underhood electrical center. An electrical overload will cau

Instrument Pmel Fuse Block Some fuses are in a fuse block on the passenger’s side of the instrument panel. Pull off the cover labeled FUSES to expse t

Fuse 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Rating Description Cigar Lighter-- Instrument Panel and Console Cigar Lighters Not Used Not Used HVAC -- HVAC Co

Fuse 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 Rating Description Cruise Control -- Cruise Control Cut-Out Switch, Cruise Control Module, Turn Si

Underhood Electrical Center -- Passenger’s Side Some fuses are in the underhood electrical center on the passenger’s side of the engine com

0 The 1998 Chevrolet Lumina Owner’s Manual 1-1 2-1 3- 1 4- 1 5- 1 6-1 7-1 8-1 9- 1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how t

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

~ Underhood Electrical Center -- Driver's Side Fuse F/INJN PCM IGN ELEK IGN 10 12 13 Relay 14 15 16 Description Fuel Injectors Mass Air F

Fuse Description FAN #3 FAN #3 Relay PARK LPS Headlamp Switch HORN ABS 11 Horn Relay Anti-Lock Brake System Circuit Breaker C, Starter Relay,

Capacities and Specifications Please refer to “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index for more information. 4T60E: Automatic lkansaxl

Engine Specifications 3100 (Code M) 3800 (Code K) Type ... V6 ... V6 Displacement ...

Vehicle Dimensions Wheelbase ... 107.5 inches (273.0 cm) Tread Width (Front) ... 59.5 inches (1 5 1.2 cm) Tread Width (Rear)

I-ys Section 7 Maintenance Schedule This section covers the maintenance required for your vehicle. Your vehicle needs these services to re

IMPORTANT: ~ KEEP ENGINE OIL AT THE PROPER LEVEL AND CHANGE A! RECOMMENDED 1 Protection Plan I I Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plan

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

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

Maintenance Schedule The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (1 66 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles (166 000

A CAUTION: Air bags inflate with great force, faster than the blink of an eye. If you’re too close to an inflating air bag, it could seriou

Maintenance Schedule 7,500 Miles (12 500 km) Check Oil Life Monitor. If engine oil and filter are changed, reset monitor. See “Engine Oil” in th

Maintenance Schedule 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) 0 Check Oil Life Monitor. If engine oil and filter are changed, reset monitor. See “Engine Oil”

1 Maintenance .Schedule 1 , ’ 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) 0 Check Oil Life Monitor. If engine oil and filter are changed, reset monitor. See fil Ins

I Maintenance Schedule I 52,500 Miles (87 500 km) 0 Check Oil Life Monitor. If engine oi “Engine Oil” in the Index. 1 and filter are changed, res

1 Maintenance Schedule I 67,500 Miles (112 500 km) 0 Check Oil Life Monitor. If engine oil and filter are changed, reset monitor. See MILEAGE

I Maintenance Schedule I 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) DATE I 0 Check Oil Life Monitor. If engine oil and filter are changed, reset monitor. See “E

Maintenance Schedule I 100,000 Miles (I66 000 km) 0 Inspect spark plug wires. 0 Replace spark plugs. 0 Change automatic transaxle fluid and filt

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

At Least ’Ltrice a Year Restraint System Check Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, re

Starter Switch Check Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock (BTSI) Check ’ A CAUTION: I When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move sud

How the Air Bag System Works The right front passenger’s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. Where are the air bags

I Ignition Transaxle Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition key to LOCK in each shift lever

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

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

USAGE Automatic Transaxle Key Lock Cylinders Windshield Washer Solvent FLUIDLUBRICANT DEXRON@-111 Automatic Transmission Fluid. Multi-Pu ose Lubri

,Part E: Maintenance Record I II II After the scheduled services are performed, izeortl the date, odometer reading and who performed the se

Maintenance Record 7-21

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Maintenance Record 7-23

Maintenance Record ODOMETER I DATE I RJUDING I SERVICED BY I MAINTENANCE PERFORMED

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

UI If something is between an occupant and an air bag, the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that

Customer Satisfaction Procedure A Chevrolet dealers have the facilities, trained technicians and up-to-date infomtion to promptly address my conc

STEP TWO -- If after contacting a memDer or dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help,

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

Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Program To enhance Chevrolet's strong commitment to customer satisfaction, Chevrolet is excited to announ

I I ROADSIDE Courtesy” Care PROVIDES: 0 Roadside Basic Care services (as outlined previously) Plus: FREE Non-Wmanty Towing (to the closest dealer

For complete program details, see your Chevrolet dealer to obtain a Roadside Assistance Center brochure. The Roadside Assistance Center

Courtesy Transportation Chevrolet offers Courtesy Transportation for customers needing warranty service. Courtesy Transportation will be off

GM Participation in an Alternative Dispute Resolution Program This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Canadian

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

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

What will you see after an air bag inflates? After an air bag inflates, it quickly deflates, so quickly that some people may not even

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0 Section 9 Index Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle ... 6-3 AirBag ... 1-20 How Does it Rest

Better Business Bureau Mediation ... 8-9 Blizzard ... 4-26 Brake Adjustment ...

Special Problems ... 6-49 Stains ... 6-48 Tires ...

Driving (Continued) Night ... 4-15 OnCurves ... 4-10 On Grades While Towing a

Gages Engine Coolant Temperature ... 2-56 Fuel ... 2-61 GAWR ...

I . Labels Certification ... 4-29 Service Parts Identification ... 6-56 Tire-Loading Information ...

Mountain Roads ... 4-22 Multifunction Lever ... 2-30 Net. Convenience ...

NOTICE: If you damage the covering for the driver’s or the right front passenger’s air bag, the bag may not work properly. You may have to

Rearview Mirror. Inside Daymight ... 2-39 Reclining Front Seatbacks ... 1-4 Recovery Tank. Coolant ...

Seat Controls ... 1-2 Securing a Child Restraint ... 1-48 Second Gear. Automatic Transaxle ...

1 . TireLoading ... 4-28 Tire-Loading Information Label ... 4-28 Tires ...

Underbody Flushing Service ... 7- 16 Underbody Maintenance ... 6-54 Underhood Electrical Center ...

0 Service Station Checkpoints ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR P5-19 AND P6-25 / WINDSHIELD I WASHER FLUID REMOTE P6-28 BATTERY TERMINAL I\ HOOD REMOT

Center Passenger Position - Lap Belt If your vehicle has a front split seat and a rear bench seat, someone can sit in the center positi

To make the belt shorter, pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug. Buckle, position and release it the same way as the lap p

Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions U Lap-Shoulder Belt The positions next to the windows have lap-shoulder belts. Here’s how to wear o

When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way, it will lock. If it does, let it go back all the way and start again. If the belt is not lo

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A CAUTION: I I You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which cou

1. Pull the elastic cord out from between the edge of the seatback and the interior body to remove the guide from its storage clip. 2. Slide

I I 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top. 4. Buckle,

Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! That includes infants and all children smaller than adult size. Neither the distance t

I /rl CAUTION: I I Never hold a baby in your arms while riding in vehicle. A baby doesn’t weigh much -- until a crash. During a crash a baby

Built-in Child Restraint (Option) If your vehicle has this option, there’s a built-in child restraint in the center rear seat position

Q: Which slots should I use for my child? A: With the child seated on the child restraint cushion, use the pair of slots that is at or jus

Adjusting the Harness Height 1. Lower the child restraint cushion. 2. If the left and right halves of the shoulder harness clip are fastene

3. If the lap-shoulder harness is buckled, unlatch it by pushing the button on the buckle. 4. Pull down the seatback part of the pad (D).

5. Select one side of the harness. Add some slack to the shoulder part by pulling up on the lap part. You’ll keep most of this slack until

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8. Move the harness up or down to the correct slot. The correct slot is the one that will be at or just above the top of the child&ap

12. Move the pad back against the child restraint seatback. Make sure the harness goes through the slots in the pad that match the height

1. If the left and right halves of the shoulder harness clip are fastened together, separate them. 2. If the lap-shoulder harness is buckled

6. 4. Select only one side of the harness. Pull the lap part of the harness out, and place the harness over the child’s shoulder. If both s

pull on both latch plates to make sure they are secure. A green indicator will show in each latch plate window (G). Ifthe harness locks befo

- A CAUTION: An unfastened shoulder harness clip won't help keep the harness in place on the child's shoulders. If the harness

10. Adjust the position of the harness on the child’s shoulders by moving the clip up or down along the harness. On each side of t

2. Unlatch the harness by pushing the button on the buckle. 3. Move one side of the harness off the child’s shoulder, and let the harness

Child Restraints Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles, they should have protection provided by appropriate restraints

An infant car bed (A) is a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle. It’s an infant restraint system designed to restrain or positi

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A forward-facing child restraint (C-E) positions a child upright to face forward in the vehicle. These forward-facing restraints are des

When choosing a child restraint, be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is, it will have a label saying

Where to Put the Restraint Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. We a

. .'. ,T If your child'restraint has a top strap, it should be anchored. If you need to have an anchor installed, you can ask

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

4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 5. To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt ba

To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and let it go back all the way. The safety belt will move freely

1. Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch 2. Put the restraint on the seat. plate and pulling it along the belt. 3.

6. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the ve

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3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle’s safety belt through or around the restraint. The chi

Larger Children 6. 7. To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restrain

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

Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child we

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 t

Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash If you’ve had a crash, do you need new safety belts or built-in child restraint parts? Aft

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

Keys ' Leaving young children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. A child or others could be badly

1 The ignition key is for the 11 The door key is for the When a new vehicle is delivered, the dealer removes the plugs from the door k

How to Use this Manual Many people read their owner’s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle. If you do

Door Locks A CAUTION: Unlocked doors can be dangerous. Passengers -- especially children -- can easily open the doors and fall out. When a door

Rear-Door Child Security Locks When these locks are set, the inside door handles will not open the rear doors. Be sure to let adults an

~ ~~ ~~ This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not

To lock both doors, press LOCK. To unlock the trunk, press the trunk symbol on the transmitter. The trunk will only unlock if your transaxle

To replace the battery: 1. Insert a flat object like a dime into the slot on the back of the transmitter. Gently pry apart the front and

Trunk Lock lo unlock the trunk from the outside, insert the door key and turn it. You can also use the remote keyless entry function if

Theft Parking Lots If you park in a lot where someone will be watching your vehicle, it’s best to lock it up and take your keys. But

PASS-Key’ I1 Your vehicle is equipped with the PASS-Key I1 (Personalized Automotive Security System) theft-deterrent system. PASS-Key I1 is a pas

See your dealer or a locksmith who can service the PASS-Key I1 to have a new key made. If you’re ever driving and the SECURITY lig

Ignition Positions E With the ignition key in the ignition switch, you can turn the switch to five positions: ACC (A): The accessory positio

Vehicle Damage Warnings In the notice area, we tell you about something that can damage your vehicle. Many times, this damage be cost

I NOTICE: If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can’t turn it, be sure you are using the correct key; if so, is it all the way in? If it is,

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

NOTICE: Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner. And the excessive heat

Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped) In very cold weather, 0 OF (- 18 O C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You’ll get easier

I I How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in? The answer depends on the outside temperature, the kind of oil you have,

Make sure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) before starting the engine. Your vehicle has a Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock. You must fully

I NOTICE: Damage to your transaxle caused by shifting out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) with the engine racing isn’t covered by your warranty. AUTO

SECOND (2): This position gives you more power but lower fuel economy. You can use SECOND (2) on hills. It can help control your speed as

Parking Brake I To set the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot. Push down the To release the parking b

Shiftiy Into PARK (P) It can be dangerous to get out of your VI icle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake fi