Chevrolet 1999 Malibu Bedienungshandbuch

yellowblue iThe 1999 Chevrolet Malibu Owner’s Manual1-1 Seats and Restraint SystemsThis section tells you how to use your seats and safety belts p

yellowblue 1-2Seats and Seat ControlsThis section tells you about the seats -- how to adjustthem -- and also about reclining seatbacks and head re

yellowblue 2-38Automatic Light Control (ALC)When it is dark enough outside, your Automatic LightControl (ALC) will turn on your headlamps at theno

yellowblue 2-39Interior LampsInstrument Panel Intensity ControlYou can brighten or dim theinstrument panel clusterlights by rotating the switch,lo

yellowblue 2-40Battery SaverYour vehicle is equipped with a battery saver featuredesigned to protect your vehicle’s battery.When any interior lamp

yellowblue 2-41Power Remote Control Mirror (If Equipped)This switch is located on the armrest of the driver’sdoor. Move this switch to the left or

yellowblue 2-42Storage CompartmentsGlove BoxUse the key to lock and unlock the glove box. To open,pull the glove box handle up.Center Console Stor

yellowblue 2-43Center Console CupholderThe console provides space for holding a cup or softdrink container. The cupholder is located at the rear o

yellowblue 2-44NOTICE:Don’t hold a cigarette lighter in with your handwhile it is heating. If you do, it won’t be able toback away from the heatin

yellowblue 2-45Garment HookPull down on the outer ringto use the garment hook.Sunroof (If Equipped)Open the sunshade by hand when using the vent p

yellowblue 2-46The Instrument Panel-Your Information System

yellowblue 2-47The main components of your instrument panel are:A. Instrument Panel Brightness ControlB. Fog Lamp Switch (If Equipped)C. Turn Sign

yellowblue 1-36-Way Power Seat (If Equipped)The power seat button is located on the lower left side ofthe driver’s seat. This button allows you to

yellowblue 2-48Instrument Panel ClusterYour vehicle is equipped with this cluster or one very similar. It includes indicator warning lights and ga

yellowblue 2-49Speedometer and OdometerYour speedometer lets you see your speed in both milesper hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h).Your od

yellowblue 2-50TachometerThe tachometer shows your engine speed in revolutionsper minute (rpm).NOTICE:Do not run your engine at speeds in the red

yellowblue 2-51Safety Belt Reminder LightWhen the key is turned to ON or START, a chime willcome on for about eight seconds to remind people tofas

yellowblue 2-52Charging System Indicator LightThe charging systemindicator light will come onwhen you turn on theignition, but the engine isnot ru

yellowblue 2-53CAUTION:Your brake system may not be working properlyif the brake system warning light is on. Drivingwith the brake system warning

yellowblue 2-54Engine Coolant Temperature GageThis gage shows the enginecoolant temperature. If thegage pointer moves into thered area, the light

yellowblue 2-55Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light)Your vehicle is equippedwith a computer whichmonitors operation of thefuel, ignition

yellowblue 2-56This light should come on, as a check to show you it isworking, when the ignition is on and the engine is notrunning. If the light

yellowblue 2-57Did you just drive through a deep puddle of water?If so, your electrical system may be wet. The conditionwill usually be corrected

yellowblue 1-4Reclining Front SeatbacksTo adjust the seatback, lift the lever on the outer side ofthe seat and move the seatback to where you want

yellowblue 2-58CAUTION:Don’t keep driving if the oil pressure is low. Ifyou do, your engine can become so hot that itcatches fire. You or others c

yellowblue 2-59The oil level monitoring system only checks oil levelduring the brief period between key on and enginecrank. It does not monitor en

yellowblue 2-60Service Vehicle Soon LightThis light will come onbriefly when you turn on the ignition.It will stay on or come on and chime if it d

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3-yellowblue 3-1Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio SystemsIn this section, you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems

yellowblue 3-2Comfort ControlsThis section tells you how to make your air system workfor you. The climate control system with airconditioning uses

yellowblue 3-3BI-LEVEL : In this position the air comesthrough the instrument panel outlets and through thefloor outlets. Set the center control k

yellowblue 3-4Air ConditioningThe air conditioner and heater work best if you keepyour windows closed while using them. Your vehiclealso has the f

yellowblue 3-5Defogging and Defrosting WindowsYour system has two settings for clearing the front andside windows. For each setting, adjust the te

yellowblue 1-5CAUTION:Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle isin motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckleup, your safety belts can’t

yellowblue 3-6Rear Window Defogger (If Equipped)The rear window defoggeruses a warming grid toremove fog from the rear window.Press the defogger s

yellowblue 3-7Ventilation TipsKeep the hood and front air inlet free of ice, snow orany other obstruction, such as leaves. The heater anddefroster

yellowblue 3-8AM-FM StereoPlaying the RadioVOLUME: This knob turns the system on and off andcontrols the volume. To increase volume and turn thera

yellowblue 3-95. Press one of the four numbered buttons, within fiveseconds. Whenever you press that numbered button,the station you set will retu

yellowblue 3-10AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Playerand Automatic Tone Control (If Equipped)Playing the RadioPWR-VOL: Press this knob to turn the

yellowblue 3-11SCAN: Press one of the SEEK arrows for two seconds,and SCAN will appear in the display. Use SCAN tolisten to stations for a few sec

yellowblue 3-12AUTO TONE: This feature allows you to choose presetbass and treble equalization settings designed forcountry/western, classical, ne

yellowblue 3-13The player automatically senses the cassette for metal orCrO2 and sets the pre-emphasis. Anytime a tape isinserted, the top side is

yellowblue 3-14TAPE AUX: Press this button to change to the tapefunction when the radio is on. The tape symbol with anarrow will appear on the dis

yellowblue 3-15AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Playerand Automatic Tone Control (If Equipped)Playing the RadioPWR-VOL: Press this knob to turn the

yellowblue 1-6Safety Belts: They’re for EveryoneThis part of the manual tells you how to use safety beltsproperly. It also tells you some things y

yellowblue 3-16SCAN: Press one of the SEEK arrows for two seconds,and SCAN will appear on the display. Use SCAN tolisten to stations for a few sec

yellowblue 3-17AUTO TONE: This feature allows you to choose presetbass and treble equalization settings designed forcountry/western, classical, ne

yellowblue 3-18RDM (2): Press this button to hear the tracks in random,rather than sequential, order. RANDOM will show onthe display. Press RDM ag

yellowblue 3-19Remote Cassette Tape Player (If Equipped)Playing a Cassette TapeWith this option, the remote single cassette player ismounted near

yellowblue 3-20PROG: Press this button on the remote cassette playerto go from one side of the tape to the other.CD/AUX: After a cassette tape and

yellowblue 3-21Activating the Theft-Deterrent FeatureThe instructions which follow explain how to enter yoursecret code to activate the THEFTLOCK

yellowblue 3-22Unlocking the Theft-Deterrent Feature After aPower LossEnter your secret code as follows; pause no more than15 seconds between step

yellowblue 3-23To unlock a secured radio, see “Unlocking theTheft-Deterrent Feature After a Power Loss” earlier inthis section.Understanding Radio

yellowblue 3-24Care of Your Cassette Tape PlayerA tape player that is not cleaned regularly can causereduced sound quality, ruined cassettes or a

yellowblue 3-25If your vehicle is equipped with the AM-FM Stereo withCassette Tape Player and Automatic Tone Control:1. Turn the ignition to ON or

yellowblue 1-7In most states and Canadian provinces, the law says towear safety belts. Here’s why: They work.You never know if you’ll be in a cras

yellowblue 3-26✍NOTES

4-yellowblue 4-1Section 4 Your Driving and the RoadHere you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather c

yellowblue 4-2Defensive DrivingThe best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively.Please start with a very important safety devic

yellowblue 4-3Drunken DrivingDeath and injury associated with drinking and driving isa national tragedy. It’s the number one contributor to the hi

yellowblue 4-4It’s the amount of alcohol that counts. For example, ifthe same person drank three double martinis (3 ouncesor 90 ml of liquor each)

yellowblue 4-5The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcoholin one drink. No amount of coffee or number of coldshowers will speed that

yellowblue 4-6Control of a VehicleYou have three systems that make your vehicle go whereyou want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering andth

yellowblue 4-7Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive inspurts -- heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking -- rather than keeping pace

yellowblue 4-8Here’s how anti-lock works. Let’s say the road is wet.You’re driving safely. Suddenly an animal jumps out infront of you.You slam on

yellowblue 4-9Remember: Anti-lock doesn’t change the time you needto get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decreasestopping distance. If y

yellowblue 1-8Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The riderdoesn’t stop.

yellowblue 4-10What should you do if this ever happens? Ease up on theaccelerator pedal, steer the vehicle the way you want itto go, and slow down

yellowblue 4-11An emergency like this requires close attention and aquick decision. If you are holding the steering wheel atthe recommended 9 and

yellowblue 4-12PassingThe driver of a vehicle about to pass another on atwo-lane highway waits for just the right moment,accelerates, moves around

yellowblue 4-13Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder, andstart your left lane change signal before moving outof the right lane to pass. Wh

yellowblue 4-14If your vehicle starts to slide, ease your foot off theaccelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want thevehicle to go. If yo

yellowblue 4-15Here are some tips on night driving.Drive defensively.Don’t drink and drive.Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce theglare f

yellowblue 4-16Keep your windshield and all the glass on your vehicleclean -- inside and out. Glare at night is made muchworse by dirt on the glas

yellowblue 4-17The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if yourwindshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavy raincan make it harde

yellowblue 4-18CAUTION:Wet brakes can cause accidents. They won’t workas well in a quick stop and may cause pulling toone side. You could lose con

yellowblue 4-19City DrivingOne of the biggest problems with city streets is theamount of traffic on them. You’ll want to watch out forwhat the oth

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

yellowblue 4-20Freeway DrivingMile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways,expressways, turnpikes or superhighways) are the safestof al

yellowblue 4-21Just before you leave the lane, glance quickly over yourshoulder to make sure there isn’t another vehicle in your“blind” spot.Once

yellowblue 4-22Tires: They are vitally important to a safe,trouble-free trip. Is the tread good enough forlong-distance driving? Are the tires all

yellowblue 4-23Hill and Mountain RoadsDriving on steep hills or mountains is different fromdriving in flat or rolling terrain.If you drive regular

yellowblue 4-24CAUTION:Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with theignition off is dangerous. Your brakes will have todo all the work of slowing d

yellowblue 4-25Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supplyof windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outerclothing, a small shove

yellowblue 4-26What’s the worst time for this? “Wet ice.” Very coldsnow or ice can be slick and hard to drive on. But wetice can be even more trou

yellowblue 4-27If You’re Caught in a BlizzardIf you are stopped by heavy snow, you could be in aserious situation. You should probably stay with y

yellowblue 4-28CAUTION:Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle.This can cause deadly CO (carbon monoxide) gasto get inside. CO could overco

yellowblue 4-29To tow your vehicle with a dolly, follow these steps:1. Put the front wheels on a dolly.2. Put the vehicle in PARK (P).3. Set the p

yellowblue 1-10or 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

yellowblue 4-305. Turn the ignition switch to ACC.6. Shift your transaxle to NEUTRAL (N).7. Release the parking brake.Remember to replace the fuse

yellowblue 4-31Loading Your VehicleTwo labels on your vehicle show how much weight itmay properly carry. The Tire-Loading Information labelfound o

yellowblue 4-32CAUTION:Do not load your vehicle any heavier than theGVWR, or either the maximum front or rearGAWR. If you do, parts on your vehicl

yellowblue 4-33Towing a Trailer 3100 V6 EngineCAUTION:If you don’t use the correct equipment and driveproperly, you can lose control when you pull

yellowblue 4-34If You Do Decide To Pull A TrailerIf you do, here are some important points:There are many different laws, including speed limitres

yellowblue 4-35You can ask your dealer for our trailering information oradvice, or you can write us at:Chevrolet Motor DivisionCustomer Assistance

yellowblue 4-36Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s TiresBe sure your vehicle’s tires are inflated to the upperlimit for cold tires. You’ll find these n

yellowblue 4-37Driving with a TrailerTowing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience.Before setting out for the open road, you’ll want to

yellowblue 4-38Turn Signals When Towing a TrailerWhen you tow a trailer, your vehicle may needadditional wiring. Check with your dealer. The arrow

yellowblue 4-39Parking on HillsCAUTION:You really should not park your vehicle, with atrailer attached, on a hill. If something goeswrong, your ri

yellowblue 1-11Q: If I’m a good driver, and I never drive far fromhome, why should I wear safety belts?A: You may be an excellent driver, but if y

yellowblue 4-40Maintenance When Trailer TowingYour vehicle will need service more often when you’repulling a trailer. See the Maintenance Schedule

5-yellowblue 5-1Section 5 Problems on the RoadHere you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road.5-2 Hazard Warning Flashe

yellowblue 5-2Hazard Warning FlashersYour hazard warning flashers let you warn others. Theyalso let police know you have a problem. Your front and

yellowblue 5-3Jump StartingIf your battery has run down, you may want to useanother vehicle and some jumper cables to start yourvehicle. But pleas

yellowblue 5-42. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cablescan reach, but be sure the vehicles aren’t touchingeach other. If they are, it

yellowblue 5-5CAUTION:Using a match near a battery can cause batterygas to explode. People have been hurt doing this,and some have been blinded. U

yellowblue 5-67. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+)terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery. Use aremote positive (+) ter

yellowblue 5-710. Attach the cable at least 18 inches (45 cm) awayfrom the dead battery, but not near engine parts thatmove. The electrical connec

yellowblue 5-8Towing Your VehicleCAUTION:To help avoid serious personal injury to you or others:Never let passengers ride in a vehicle that isbein

yellowblue 5-9If Steam Is Coming From Your EngineCAUTION:Steam from an overheated engine can burn youbadly, even if you just open the hood. Stay a

yellowblue iiGENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem and the name MALIBU are registered trademarks of General Motors Co

yellowblue 1-12Driver PositionThis part describes the driver’s restraint system.Lap-Shoulder BeltThe driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Here’s how to

yellowblue 5-10If No Steam Is Coming From Your EngineIf you get an engine overheat warning but see or hear nosteam, the problem may not be too ser

yellowblue 5-11Cooling SystemWhen you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s whatyou’ll see:2.4L L4 Engine 3100 V6 Engine A. Coolant Surge Tank

yellowblue 5-12CAUTION:An electric engine cooling fan under the hood canstart up even when the engine is not running andcan injure you. Keep hands

yellowblue 5-13CAUTION:Heater and radiator hoses, and other engineparts, can be very hot. Don’t touch them. If youdo, you can be burned.Don’t run

yellowblue 5-14How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge TankIf you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant levelisn’t at the FULL COLD mark or

yellowblue 5-15CAUTION:Adding only plain water to your cooling systemcan be dangerous. Plain water, or some otherliquid like alcohol, can boil bef

yellowblue 5-161. You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure capwhen the cooling system, including the coolant surgetank pressure cap and uppe

yellowblue 5-173. Then fill the coolant surge tank with the propermixture, to the FULL COLD mark or slightly higher.4. With the coolant surge tank

yellowblue 5-185. Then replace the pressure cap. Be sure the pressurecap is hand-tight.Check the level in the surge tank when the coolingsystem ha

yellowblue 5-19Changing a Flat TireIf a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damageby driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your hazard

yellowblue 1-13If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle, tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can bucklethe belt.Pull up on the l

yellowblue 5-20Removing the Spare Tire and ToolsThe equipment you’ll needis in the trunk. Turn thecenter retainer nut on thecompact spare covercou

yellowblue 5-21The tools you’ll be using include the jack (A) and thejack handle (B).Removing the Flat Tire and Installing theSpare Tire1. On vehi

yellowblue 5-223. Some models are equipped with aluminum wheels.Remove the cover plate to find the wheel nuts.Carefully use the wedge end of the w

yellowblue 5-235. Position the jack and raise the jack head until it fitsfirmly into the notch in the vehicle’s frame nearestthe flat tire. Put th

yellowblue 5-246. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handleclockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off theground so there is enough room for th

yellowblue 5-25CAUTION:Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If youdo, the nuts might come loose. Your wheel couldfall off, causing a serious

yellowblue 5-2612. Tighten the wheel nutsfirmly in a criss crosssequence, as shown.CAUTION:Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightenedwheel nuts

yellowblue 5-27Storing the Flat Tire and ToolsCAUTION:Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in thepassenger compartment of the vehicle couldca

yellowblue 5-28Storing the Spare Tire and ToolsCAUTION:Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in thepassenger compartment of the vehicle couldc

yellowblue 5-29Compact Spare TireAlthough the compact spare tire was fully inflated whenyour vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time. Check

yellowblue 1-14The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug onthe hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this appliesforce to the str

yellowblue 5-30If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or SnowIn order to free your vehicle when it is stuck, you willneed to spin the wheels, but you

6-yellowblue 6-1Section 6 Service and Appearance CareHere you will find information about the care of your vehicle. This section begins with servi

yellowblue 6-2ServiceYour dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you tobe happy with it. We hope you’ll go to your dealer forall your service ne

yellowblue 6-3CAUTION:You can be injured and your vehicle could bedamaged if you try to do service work on avehicle without knowing enough about i

yellowblue 6-4If your vehicle is certified to meet California EmissionStandards (indicated on the underhood emission controllabel), it is designed

yellowblue 6-5Fuels in Foreign CountriesIf you plan on driving in another country outside theUnited States or Canada, the proper fuel may be hard

yellowblue 6-6The cap is behind a hinged door on the right side of yourvehicle. To open the door, insert your finger into thefinger depression nex

yellowblue 6-7Be careful not to spill gasoline. Clean gasoline frompainted surfaces as soon as possible. See “Cleaning theOutside of Your Vehicle”

yellowblue 6-8Checking Things Under the HoodCAUTION:An electric fan under the hood can start up andinjure you even when the engine is not running.

yellowblue 6-92. Then go to the front of the vehicle and lift the secondary hood release handle before lifting the hood.3. Lift the hood, release

yellowblue 1-15Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt iscentered on your shoulder. The belt should be away fromyour face and n

yellowblue 6-102.4L L4 (CODE T) EngineWhen you open the hood, you’ll see:A. Engine Coolant Surge TankB. Engine Oil Fill CapC. Engine Oil DipstickD

yellowblue 6-113100 V6 (CODE J) EngineWhen you open the hood, you’ll see:A. Engine Coolant Surge TankB. Power Steering Fluid ReservoirC. Engine Oi

yellowblue 6-123100 V6 (CODE M) EngineWhen you open the hood, you’ll see:A. Engine Coolant Surge TankB. Power Steering Fluid ReservoirC. Engine Oi

yellowblue 6-13Engine OilIf your vehicle is equippedwith the 3100 V6 engine,you have a CHECK OILlight on the instrument panel.If the CHECK OIL lig

yellowblue 6-143100 V6 EngineThe engine oil dipstick on the 3100 V6 engine is locatedin front of the engine.Turn off the engine and give the oil s

yellowblue 6-15NOTICE:Don’t add too much oil. If your engine has somuch oil that the oil level gets above the uppermark upper mark that shows the

yellowblue 6-16What Kind of Engine Oil to UseOils recommended for your vehicle can be identified bylooking for the “Starburst” symbol. This symbol

yellowblue 6-17As shown in the chart, SAE 5W-30 is best for yourvehicle. However, you can use SAE 10W-30 if it’s goingto be 0 F (-18 C) or above.

yellowblue 6-18If none of them is true, use the long trip/highwaymaintenance schedule. Change the oil and filter every7,500 miles (12 500 km) or 1

yellowblue 6-19Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when toreplace the air filter.See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Index.CAUT

yellowblue 1-16Q: What’s wrong with this?A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place.CAUTION:You can be seriously injured if your belt isbuckled in

yellowblue 6-20NOTICE:We recommend you use only fluid labeledDEXRON-III, because fluid with that label ismade especially for your automatic transa

yellowblue 6-21A 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water andDEX-COOL coolant will:Give freezing protection down to -34 F (-37 C).Give boiling pro

yellowblue 6-22NOTICE:If you use an improper coolant mixture, yourengine could overheat and be badly damaged.The repair cost wouldn’t be covered b

yellowblue 6-23CAUTION:Turning the surge tank pressure cap when theengine and radiator are hot can allow steam andscalding liquids to blow out and

yellowblue 6-24Power Steering FluidWhen to Check Power Steering FluidIt is not necessary to regularly check power steeringfluid unless you suspect

yellowblue 6-25Windshield Washer FluidWhat to UseWhen you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to readthe manufacturer’s instructions before use.

yellowblue 6-26BrakesBrake FluidYour brake master cylinder reservoir is on the driver’sside of the engine compartment. It is filled with DOT-3brak

yellowblue 6-27United States CanadaWhen your brake fluid falls to a low level, your brakewarning light will come on. See “Brake System WarningLigh

yellowblue 6-28NOTICE: (Continued)If you spill brake fluid on your vehicle’s painted surfaces, the paint finish can be damaged. Be careful not to

yellowblue 6-29Brake Pedal TravelSee your dealer if the brake pedal does not return tonormal height, or if there is a rapid increase in pedaltrave

yellowblue 1-17Q: What’s wrong with this?A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It shouldbe worn over the shoulder at all times.CAUTION:You c

yellowblue 6-30Vehicle StorageIf you’re not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days ormore, remove the black, negative (-) cable from thebattery.

yellowblue 6-312. Carefully pull directly up on the two latches. 3. Remove the lamp assembly from the vehicle bypulling forward. Use care not to s

yellowblue 6-325. Reconnect the wiring harness to the bulb or lamp assembly.6. Replace the lamp to its original position by carefullylining up the

yellowblue 6-33Front Turn Signal Lamp Bulb Replacement1. With the hood open and the engine off, pull thefastener out of the plastic splash shield

yellowblue 6-344. Press the tab on the white bulb socket and twist itless than one-quarter of a turn counterclockwise.5. Replace the lamp to its o

yellowblue 6-35Rear Exterior LampsA. Back-Up LampB. Taillamp/StoplampC. Rear Turn Signal LampTail/Stop/Turn Signal/Back-Up Lamps1. Unscrew the fas

yellowblue 6-363. Remove the three plastic wingnuts. 4. Pull out the taillamp assembly to expose the backplate.

yellowblue 6-375. Carefully remove the backplate by gently pulling upon the two upper and two lower tabs.6. Gently wiggle the bulbs to remove them

yellowblue 6-38Windshield Wiper Blade ReplacementWindshield wiper blades should be inspected at leasttwice a year for wear and cracking. See “Wipe

yellowblue 6-39CAUTION:Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous.Overloading your tires can causeoverheating as a result of too mu

yellowblue 1-18Q: What’s wrong with this?A: The belt is twisted across the body.CAUTION:You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. Ina crash,

yellowblue 6-40NOTICE: (Continued)If your tires have too much air (overinflation),you can get the following:Unusual wearBad handlingRough rideNeed

yellowblue 6-41Don’t include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation.After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front andrear inflation pr

yellowblue 6-42Buying New TiresTo find out what kind and size of tires you need, look atthe Tire-Loading Information label.The tires installed on

yellowblue 6-43Uniform Tire Quality GradingThe following information relates to the systemdeveloped by the United States National HighwayTraffic S

yellowblue 6-44Temperature -- A, B, CThe temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C,representing the tire’s resistance to the generation ofh

yellowblue 6-45If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel boltsor wheel nuts, replace them only with new GM originalequipment parts. This wa

yellowblue 6-46Tire ChainsNOTICE:Use tire chains only where legal and only whenyou must. Use only SAE Class “S” type chainsthat are the proper siz

yellowblue 6-47Don’t use any of these unless this manual says you can.In many uses, these will damage your vehicle:AlcoholLaundry SoapBleachReduci

yellowblue 6-48Special Fabric Cleaning ProblemsStains caused by such things as catsup, coffee (black),egg, fruit, fruit juice, milk, soft drinks,

yellowblue 6-49Cleaning the Top of the Instrument PanelUse only mild soap and water to clean the top surfacesof the instrument panel. Sprays conta

yellowblue 1-19To 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 t

yellowblue 6-50Grime from the windshield will stick to the wiper bladesand affect their performance. Clean the blade by wipingvigorously with a cl

yellowblue 6-51Finish CareOccasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle byhand may be necessary to remove residue from the paintfinish. You

yellowblue 6-52Cleaning TiresTo clean your tires, use a stiff brush with a tire cleaner.NOTICE:When applying a tire dressing always take care towi

yellowblue 6-53GM Vehicle Care/Appearance MaterialsPART NUMBER SIZE DESCRIPTION USAGE994954 23 in. x 25 in. Polishing Cloth – Wax Treated Exterior

yellowblue 6-54Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears ona plate in the front corner of the i

yellowblue 6-55Electrical SystemAdd-On Electrical EquipmentNOTICE:Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicleunless you check with your dealer f

yellowblue 6-56If you ever have a problem on the road and don’t have a spare fuse, you can borrow one that has the same amperage. Just pick a feat

yellowblue 6-57Fuse UsageG Body Function Control Module. . . . . . . . . . . . . . H Powertrain Control Module. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J

yellowblue 6-58Fuse UsageF Interior Lamps, Body Function Control Module. G Radio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

yellowblue 6-59Fuse UsageMaxi-Fuses1 Ignition Switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Left-Hand Electrical Center-Power Se

yellowblue 1-20The best way to protect the fetus is to protect themother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s morelikely that the fetus won’

yellowblue 6-60Fuse Usage21 Horn. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Daytime Running Lamps. . . . . . . . . .

yellowblue 6-61Capacities and Specifications2.4L L4 Engine Specifications VIN Engine Code T. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . T

yellowblue 6-62Air Conditioning RefrigerantsNot all air conditioning refrigerants are the same. If theair conditioning system in your vehicle need

7-yellowblue 7-1Section 7 Maintenance ScheduleThis section covers the maintenance required for your vehicle. Your vehicle needs these services to

yellowblue 7-2Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plansupplements your new vehicle warranties. See yourWarranty and Owner Assistance bo

yellowblue 7-3How This Section is OrganizedThis maintenance schedule is divided into five parts:“Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” showswhat

yellowblue 7-4Part A: Scheduled MaintenanceServicesUsing Your Maintenance ScheduleWe at General Motors want to help you keep yourvehicle in good w

Scheduled Maintenanceyellowblue 7-5Short Trip/City DefinitionFollow the Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance ifany one of these conditions is tru

Scheduled Maintenanceyellowblue 7-6Long Trip/Highway DefinitionFollow this scheduled maintenance only if none of theconditions from the Short Trip

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenanceyellowblue 7-7The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles(166 000 km) should be performed after 1

yellowblue 1-21CAUTION:Air bags inflate with great force, faster than the blinkof an eye. If you’re too close to an inflating air bag, asyou would

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenanceyellowblue 7-83,000 Miles (5 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenanceyellowblue 7-915,000 Miles (25 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenanceyellowblue 7-1027,000 Miles (45 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs firs

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenanceyellowblue 7-1136,000 Miles (60 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs firs

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenanceyellowblue 7-1248,000 Miles (80 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs firs

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenanceyellowblue 7-1354,000 Miles (90 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs firs

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenanceyellowblue 7-1463,000 Miles (105 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs fir

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenanceyellowblue 7-1575,000 Miles (125 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs fir

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenanceyellowblue 7-1687,000 Miles (145 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs fir

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenanceyellowblue 7-1796,000 Miles (160 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs fir

yellowblue iiiThe Heritage of ChevroletThe dynamic William C. “Billy”Durant shifted gears from makingcarriages to making cars,forming half the tea

yellowblue 1-22How the Air Bag System WorksWhere are the air bags?The driver’s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel.The right front pass

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenanceyellowblue 7-18100,000 Miles (166 000 km) (Continued)– When doing frequent trailer towing.– Uses such as foun

Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenanceyellowblue 7-19The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles(166 000 km) should be performed afte

Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenanceyellowblue 7-207,500 Miles (12 500 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs fi

Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenanceyellowblue 7-2130,000 Miles (50 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs f

Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenanceyellowblue 7-2250,000 Miles (83 000 km)Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly

Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenanceyellowblue 7-2360,000 Miles (100 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs

Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenanceyellowblue 7-2475,000 Miles (125 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs

Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenanceyellowblue 7-2597,500 Miles (162 500 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs

Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenanceyellowblue 7-26150,000 Miles (240 000 km)Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 60 months since l

yellowblue 7-27Part B: Owner Checks and ServicesListed in this part are owner checks and services whichshould be performed at the intervals specif

yellowblue 1-23CAUTION:If something is between an occupant and an airbag, the bag might not inflate properly or itmight force the object into that

yellowblue 7-28At Least Twice a YearRestraint System CheckMake sure the safety belt reminder light and all yourbelts, buckles, latch plates, retra

yellowblue 7-29Starter Switch CheckCAUTION:When you are doing this check, the vehicle couldmove suddenly. If it does, you or others could beinjure

yellowblue 7-30Ignition Transaxle Lock CheckWhile parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turnthe ignition key to OFF in each shift lever p

yellowblue 7-31Part C: Periodic MaintenanceInspectionsListed in this part are inspections and services whichshould be performed at least twice a y

yellowblue 7-32Throttle System InspectionInspect the throttle system for interference or binding,and for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts a

yellowblue 7-33Part D: Recommended Fluids and LubricantsNOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name,part number or specification may be o

yellowblue 7-34Part E: Maintenance RecordAfter the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the servi

yellowblue 7-35Maintenance RecordDATEODOMETERREADINGSERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED

yellowblue 7-36Maintenance RecordDATEODOMETERREADINGSERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED

8-yellowblue 8-1Section 8 Customer Assistance InformationHere you will find out how to contact Chevrolet if you need assistance. This section also

yellowblue 1-24How does an air bag restrain?In moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal collisions,even belted occupants can contact the steerin

yellowblue 8-2Customer Satisfaction ProcedureYour satisfaction and goodwill are important to yourdealer and to Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns w

yellowblue 8-3STEP TWO -- If after contacting a member of dealership management, it appears your concern cannot beresolved by the dealership witho

yellowblue 8-4The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court programadministered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus tosettle automotive dispu

yellowblue 8-5CanadaGeneral Motors of Canada LimitedCustomer Communication Centre, 163-0051908 Colonel Sam DriveOshawa, Ontario L1H 8P71-800-263-3

yellowblue 8-6Chevrolet Roadside Assistance ProgramTo enhance Chevrolet’s strong commitment to customersatisfaction, Chevrolet is excited to annou

yellowblue 8-7Chevrolet offers Courtesy Transportation for customersneeding warranty service. Courtesy Transportation willbe offered in conjunctio

yellowblue 8-8Courtesy TransportationChevrolet has always exemplified quality and value inits offering of motor vehicles. To enhance yourownership

yellowblue 8-9Courtesy Rental VehicleWhen your vehicle is unavailable due to overnightwarranty repairs, your dealer may arrange to provideyou with

yellowblue 8-10REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTSTO THE UNITED STATESGOVERNMENTIf you believe that your vehicle has a defect which couldcause a crash or cou

yellowblue 8-11REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTSTO GENERAL MOTORSIn addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada)in a situation like this, we certainly

yellowblue 1-25In many crashes severe enough to inflate an air bag,windshields are broken by vehicle deformation.Additional windshield breakage ma

yellowblue 8-12CURRENT PUBLICATIONS FOR 1999 CHEVROLETSERVICE MANUALSService Manuals have the diagnosis and repair informationon engines, transmis

yellowblue 8-13PUBLICATION FORMNUMBEROrders will be mailed within 10 days of receipt. Please allow adequate time for postalservice. If further inf

yellowblue 8-14✍NOTES

9-yellowblue 9-1Section 9 IndexAccessory Power Outlet 2-44. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Adding Equipment to Your Vehicle 6-3.

yellowblue 9-2BrakeAdjustment 6-29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fluid 6-26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

yellowblue 9-3Cleaning 6-46. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Aluminum Wheels 6-51. . . . . . . . . . . .

yellowblue 9-4DrivingCity 4-19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Defensive 4-2. . . . . . . . . . . .

yellowblue 9-5Following Distance with a Trailer 4-37. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Foreign Countries, Fuel 6-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

yellowblue 9-6Instrument Panel 2-46. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cleaning 6-49. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

yellowblue 9-7Maintenance, Normal Replacement Parts 6-62. . . . . . . . . . . Maintenance Record 7-34. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

yellowblue 1-26Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped VehicleAir bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced.There are parts of the air bag system in

yellowblue 9-8Passing with a Trailer 4-37. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Passlock2-12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

yellowblue 9-9Safety Belt Extender 1-53. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Safety Belt Reminder Light 2-51, 1-6. . . . . . . .

yellowblue 9-10Sound Equipment, Adding 2-15, 2-16, 2-17, 3-23, 6-55. . . . Spare Tire, Compact 5-29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

yellowblue 9-11Treadwear 6-43. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Uniform Quality Grading 6-43. . . . . . . . . .

yellowblue 9-12Ventilation System 3-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Visor Vanity Mirrors 2-44. . . . . . . . . . .

yellowblue 1-271. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you.Don’t let it get twisted.The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt ac

yellowblue 1-283. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckleend of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part.The lap part of the belt

yellowblue 1-29The safety belt locks if there’s a sudden stop or a crash,or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor.CAUTION:You can

yellowblue 1-30Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides forChildren and Small AdultsRear shoulder belt comfort guides will provide addedsafety belt comfort

yellowblue 1-312. Slide the guide under and past the belt. The elasticcord must be under the belt. Then, place the guideover the belt, and insert

yellowblue ivIn 1932 Chevroletintroduced theSynchro-Meshtransmission andoffered a host ofaccessories -- includingsuch niceties as a clock!The lega

yellowblue 1-324. Buckle, position and release the safety belt asdescribed in “Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions”earlier in this section. Make

yellowblue 1-33Lap BeltWhen you sit in the center seating position, you have alap safety belt, which has no retractor. To make the beltlonger, til

yellowblue 1-34ChildrenEveryone in a vehicle needs protection! That includesinfants and all children smaller than adult size. Neitherthe distance

yellowblue 1-35CAUTION:Smaller children and babies should always berestrained in a child or infant restraint. Theinstructions for the restraint wi

yellowblue 1-36CAUTION:Never hold a baby in your arms while riding in avehicle. A baby doesn’t weigh much -- until acrash. During a crash a baby w

yellowblue 1-37Child RestraintsEvery time infants and young children ride in vehicles,they should have protection provided by appropriate restrain

yellowblue 1-38A rear-facing infant restraint (B) positions an infantto face the rear of the vehicle. Rear-facing infantrestraints are designed fo

yellowblue 1-39A forward-facing child restraint (C-E) positions achild upright to face forward in the vehicle. Theseforward-facing restraints are

yellowblue 1-40A booster seat (F, G) is designed for children who are about 40 to 60 lbs., or even up to 80 lbs. (18 to 27 kg, or even up to 36 kg

yellowblue 1-41When choosing a child restraint, be sure the childrestraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is, itwill have a label sayi

yellowblue vThe 1957 Chevy started a romance with the American public -- and was powered by an available fuel-injected V8. Your new Chevrolet cont

yellowblue 1-42Top StrapCanadian law requires that forward-facing child restraintshave a top strap, and that the strap be anchored.If your child r

yellowblue 1-43You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier partabout the top strap if the child restraint has one. Be sureto follow the

yellowblue 1-443. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button ispositioned so you would be able to unbuckle thesafety belt quickly if you ever h

yellowblue 1-45Securing a Child Restraint in the CenterRear Seat PositionYou’ll be using the lap belt. Be sure to follow theinstructions that came

yellowblue 1-464. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button ispositioned so you would be able to unbuckle thesafety belt quickly if you ever h

yellowblue 1-47CAUTION:A child in a rear-facing child restraint can beseriously injured or killed if the right frontpassenger’s air bag inflates,

yellowblue 1-48Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed.If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child’s face orneck, put it behind the

yellowblue 1-495. To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt whileyou push down on the child restraint. You may find ithelpful to use your

yellowblue 1-50Larger ChildrenChildren who have outgrown child restraints shouldwear the vehicle’s safety belts.If you have the choice, a child sh

yellowblue 1-51CAUTION:Never do this.Here two children are wearing the same belt. Thebelt can’t properly spread the impact forces. In acrash, the

yellowblue viHow to Use this ManualMany people read their owner’s manual from beginningto end when they first receive their new vehicle. If youdo

yellowblue 1-52CAUTION:Never do this.Here a child is sitting in a seat that has alap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behindthe child. If t

yellowblue 1-53Safety Belt ExtenderIf the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, youshould use it.But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to

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2-yellowblue 2-1Section 2 Features and ControlsHere you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information o

yellowblue 2-2KeysCAUTION:Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignitionkey is dangerous for many reasons. A child orothers could be badly injure

yellowblue 2-3One key is used for theignition and all other locks.When a new vehicle is delivered, the key has abar-coded key tag. This tag may be

yellowblue 2-4Door LocksCAUTION:Unlocked doors can be dangerous.Passengers -- especially children -- can easilyopen the doors and fall out. When a

yellowblue 2-5Power Door Locks (If Equipped)With the power door locks,you can unlock or lock allof the doors of your vehiclefrom the driver or fro

yellowblue 2-6The rear doors of your vehicle cannot be opened fromthe inside when this feature is in use. If you want toopen a rear door when the

yellowblue 2-7This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cau

yellowblue viiVehicle Damage WarningsAlso, in this book you will find these notices:NOTICE:These mean there is something that coulddamage your veh

yellowblue 2-8Matching Transmitter(s) To Your VehicleEach remote keyless entry transmitter is coded toprevent another transmitter from unlocking y

yellowblue 2-9To replace the battery in the keyless entry system:1. Use a small coin or flathead screwdriver to separatethe bottom half from the t

yellowblue 2-10CAUTION:It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lidopen because carbon monoxide (CO) gas cancome into your vehicle. You can’t s

yellowblue 2-11To turn the lockout on, slide the switch all the way to theleft. To turn the lockout off, slide the switch all the wayto the right.

yellowblue 2-12Parking LotsIf you park in a lot where someone will be watchingyour vehicle, it’s best to lock it up and take your keys.But what if

yellowblue 2-13New Vehicle “Break-In”NOTICE:Your vehicle doesn’t need an elaborate“break-in.” But it will perform better in the longrun if you fol

yellowblue 2-14With the ignition key in the ignition switch, you can turnthe switch to four positions.OFF (A): Before you put the key into the ign

yellowblue 2-15Starting Your EngineMove your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N).Your engine won’t start in any other position -- that’s asafet

yellowblue 2-16NOTICE:Your engine is designed to work with theelectronics in your vehicle. If you add electricalparts or accessories, you could ch

yellowblue 2-17NOTICE:Your engine is designed to work with theelectronics in your vehicle. If you add electricalparts or accessories, you could ch

yellowblue viiiFor example,these symbolsare used on anoriginal battery:CAUTIONPOSSIBLEINJURYPROTECTEYES BYSHIELDINGCAUSTICBATTERYACID COULDCAUSEBU

yellowblue 2-183100 V6 EngineIn very cold weather, 0 F (-18 C) or colder, the enginecoolant heater can help. You’ll get easier starting andbetter

yellowblue 2-19How long should you keep the coolant heater pluggedin? The answer depends on the outside temperature, thekind of oil you have, and

yellowblue 2-20Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) beforestarting the engine. Your vehicle has a Brake-TransaxleShift Interlock (BTSI). Yo

yellowblue 2-21AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D): This position is for normal driving. If you need more power for passing,and you’re:Going less than 35 mph

yellowblue 2-22NOTICE:Don’t drive in SECOND (2) for more than 25 miles (41 km), or at speeds over 55 mph (88 km/h), or you can damage your transax

yellowblue 2-23Parking BrakeTo set the parking brake,hold the regular brake pedaldown with your right foot.Push down the parkingbrake pedal with y

yellowblue 2-24Shifting Into PARK (P)CAUTION:It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle ifthe shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with thepar

yellowblue 2-25Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine RunningCAUTION:It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with theengine running. Your vehicle

yellowblue 2-26When you are ready to drive, move the shift lever out ofPARK (P) before you release the parking brake.If torque lock does occur, yo

yellowblue 2-27Parking Over Things That BurnCAUTION:Things that can burn could touch hot exhaustparts under your vehicle and ignite. Don’t parkove

1-yellowblue 1-1Section 1 Seats and Seat RestraintsHere you’ll find information about the seats in your vehicle and how to use your safety belts p

yellowblue 2-28Running Your Engine While You’re ParkedIt’s better not to park with the engine running. But if youever have to, here are some thing

yellowblue 2-29WindowsManual WindowsOn a vehicle with manual windows, use the windowcrank to open and close each window.Power Windows (If Equipped

yellowblue 2-30Tilt WheelA tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steeringwheel before you drive.You can also raise it to the highest level

yellowblue 2-31Turn and Lane Change SignalsThe turn signal has two upward (for right) and twodownward (for left) positions. These positions allow

yellowblue 2-32Windshield WipersYou control the windshield wipers by moving the stalkwith the wiper symbol on it up or down.For a single wiper cyc

yellowblue 2-33Windshield WasherTo wash your windshield, push in the button at the endof the stalk until the washers begin.CAUTION:In freezing wea

yellowblue 2-34Cruise Control (If Equipped)With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your foo

yellowblue 2-35The cruise control buttons are located on the steeringwheel for your convenience.1. Press the cruise control OFF/ON button.2. Get u

yellowblue 2-36Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise ControlUse the accelerator pedal to increase your speed. Whenyou take your foot off the

yellowblue 2-37Turn the turn signal lever end cap up two positions toturn on:HeadlampsParking LampsSidemarker LampsTaillampsLicense Plate LampsIns