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viiiVehicle Damage WarningsAlso, in this book you will find these notices:NOTICE:These mean there is something that coulddamage your vehicle.In the no

2-28Turn Signal and Lane Change IndicatorThe turn signal has two upward (for right) and twodownward (for left) positions. These positions allow you to

2-29Windshield Wiper/Washer LeverThe lever on the right sideof the steering columncontrols the windshieldwipers and washer.Move the lever to the posit

2-30Cruise Control (Option)The cruise control lever islocated on the right side ofthe steering wheel.With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of

2-311. Push the end of the cruise control lever. TheCRUISE light on the instrument panel cluster willcome on. See “Cruise Light” in the Index for more

2-32Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise ControlUse the accelerator pedal to increase your speed. Whenyou take your foot off the pedal, your veh

2-33: This position will turn on the following:HeadlampsParking LampsSidemarker LampsTaillampsLicense Plate LampInstrument Panel LightsTurn the switch

2-34The DRL system will make your headlamps come on at a reduced brightness when:The ignition is on with the engine running,the headlamp switch is off

2-35Dome LampThe dome lamp has athree-position switch.ON: The lamp comes on and stays on whether or not a door is opened.OFF: The lamp stays off even

2-36MirrorsInside Day/Night Rearview MirrorAn inside rearview mirror is attached to your roof. The mirror moves so that you can adjust it up and down

2-37CAUTION:A convex mirror can make things (like othervehicles) look farther away than they really are.If you cut too sharply into the right lane, yo

ixFor example,these symbolsare used on anoriginal battery:CAUTIONPOSSIBLEINJURYPROTECTEYES BYSHIELDINGCAUSTICBATTERYACID COULDCAUSEBURNSAVOIDSPARKS OR

2-38Ashtrays and Cigarette LighterPull the door to open the ashtray. To remove it, pressdown on the lock spring plate and pull the ashtray out.NOTICE:

2-39Sunroof (Option)If you have a sunroof, you can tilt or open it. To tilt the sunroof, slide the sunshade rearward, then press theswitch marked UP.

2-40The Instrument Panel -- Your Information System

2-41The main components of your instrument panel are:A. Air OutletsB. Brightness ControlC. Turn Signal/Multifunction LeverD. Instrument Panel ClusterE

2-42Instrument Panel ClusterYour instrument panel is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how fastyou’re goin

2-43Optional Cluster

2-44Speedometer and OdometerYour speedometer lets you see your speed in both milesper hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Yourodometer shows ho

2-45Warning Lights, Gages and IndicatorsThis part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you locat

2-46Air Bag Readiness LightThere is an air bag readiness light on the instrumentpanel, which shows the words AIR BAG. The systemchecks the air bag’s e

2-47Charging System LightThis light will come onbriefly when you turn on the ignition, but the engineis not running, as a check to show you it is work

Service Station GuideOil ViscosityEngine OilSee Section 6Engine Oil DipstickSee Section 6 Fuel Use unleaded gas only,87 Octane or higher. See Section

2-48CAUTION:Your brake system may not be working properlyif the brake system warning light is on. Drivingwith the brake system warning light on can le

2-49CAUTION:Your regular brake system may not be workingproperly if the anti-lock brake system warninglight is on. Driving with the anti-lock brakesys

2-50Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light)Your vehicle is equippedwith a computer whichmonitors operation of thefuel, ignition and emissionco

2-51This 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 doesn’t come on

2-52Are you low on fuel?As your engine starts to run out of fuel, your engine maynot run as efficiently as designed since small amounts of air are suc

2-53Engine Oil Pressure LightIf you have a problem withyour oil, this light may stayon after you start yourengine or come on whenyou are driving.This

2-54Cruise Light (Option)The CRUISE light comeson whenever you set yourcruise control.If this light flashes while using the cruise control, turn the c

2-55When the gage first indicates “E” (empty), you still havea little fuel left (about 1 or 2 gallons (3.8 L or 7.6 L)) butyou need to get more right

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

3-2Comfort ControlsWith this system, you can control the heating andventilation in your vehicle. If you have the airconditioning option, you can also

1-1-1Section 1 Seats and Restraint SystemsHere you’ll find information about the seats in your vehicle and how to use your safety belts properly. You

3-3Air Intake LeverRECIRCULATE: Choose this position to recirculate the inside air through the comfort control system.CIRCULATE: Choose this position

3-4HeatingFor the quickest results, move the air intake lever toRECIRCULATE and the airflow knob to FLOOR. Turn the temperature knob clockwise for war

3-5Do not attach anything like a temporary vehicle licenseor a decal across the defogger grid on the rear window.NOTICE:Don’t use a razor blade or som

3-6Ventilation TipsKeep the hood and front air inlet free of ice, snow orany other obstruction (such as leaves). The heaterand defroster will work far

3-7AM-FM StereoPlaying the RadioPWR VOL: Press this knob to turn the system on and off. To increase volume, turn the knob clockwise.Turn it counterclo

3-8PRESET SCAN: Use PRESET SCAN to listen to eachof your preset stations for a few seconds. Press and holdone of the SEEK arrows for more than four se

3-9To set BASS or TREBLE to the middle position, selectthe desired tone control. Then press and hold AUDIOfor more than two seconds until you hear a b

3-10AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player(If Equipped)Playing the RadioPWR VOL: Press this knob to turn the system on and off. To increase volume, tu

3-11PRESET SCAN: Use PRESET SCAN to listen to eachof your preset stations for a few seconds. Press and holdone of the SEEK arrows for more than four s

3-12To set BASS or TREBLE to the middle position, selectthe desired tone control. Then press and hold AUDIOfor more than two seconds until you hear a

1-2Seats and Seat ControlsThis part tells you about the seats -- how to adjust them,and also about reclining front seatbacks, head restraintsand rear

3-13Playing a Cassette TapeYour tape player is built to work best with tapes that areup to 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tapes longerthan that a

3-14FWD (4): Press this button to advance quickly toanother part of the tape. FWD will appear on the display.Press the button again to return to playi

3-15AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player(If Equipped)Playing the RadioPWR VOL: Press this knob to turn the system on and off. To increase volume, tur

3-16PUSHBUTTONS: The six numbered pushbuttons letyou return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations (six AM, six FM1 and six FM2). Ju

3-17Adjusting the SpeakersBALANCE: Press and release AUDIO until BALappears on the display. Then press and hold the up arrowto move the sound to the r

3-18PREV (1): Press this button or the left SEEK arrow togo to the previous track if the current selection has beenplaying for less than eight seconds

3-19Understanding Radio ReceptionAMThe range for most AM stations is greater than for FM,especially at night. The longer range, however, cancause stat

3-20Care of Your Cassette Tape PlayerA tape player that is not cleaned regularly can causereduced sound quality, ruined cassettes or a damagedmechanis

3-21After you clean the player, press and hold the cassetteeject symbol or EJT button for five seconds to reset the CLEAN or CLN indicator. The radio

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

1-3Reclining Front SeatbacksTo adjust the seatback, lift the lever on the outer side ofthe seat. Release the lever to lock the seatback whereyou want

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

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

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) within an hour

4-5But the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of0.10 percent. Research shows that the driving skills of many people are impaired at a BAC a

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

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

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 the brakes. He

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

4-10Steering TipsDriving on CurvesIt’s important to take curves at a reasonable speed.A lot of the “driver lost control” accidents mentioned on the ne

4-11Steering in EmergenciesThere are times when steering can be more effectivethan braking. For example, you come over a hill andfind a truck stopped

1-4But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving.CAUTION:Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle isin motion can be dangerous.

4-12Off-Road RecoveryYou may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving.If the level of th

4-13Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to passwhile you’re awaiting an opportunity. For one thing,following too closely reduces your area of

4-14Loss of ControlLet’s review what driving experts say about whathappens when the three control systems (brakes, steeringand acceleration) don’t hav

4-15Driving at NightNight driving is more dangerous than day driving. One reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired -- by alcohol or drugs

4-16You can be temporarily blinded by approachingheadlamps. It can take a second or two, or even severalseconds, for your eyes to readjust to the dark

4-17The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavy rain can make it harder to see road

4-18Hydroplaning doesn’t happen often. But it can if yourtires do not have much tread or if the pressure in one ormore is low. It can happen if a lot

4-19City DrivingOne of the biggest problems with city streets is theamount of traffic on them. You’ll want to watch out for what the other drivers are

4-20Freeway DrivingMile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways,expressways, turnpikes or superhighways) are the safestof all roads. But th

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

1-5Head RestraintsSlide the head restraint up or down so that the top of therestraint is closest to the top of your ears. This positionreduces the cha

4-22Highway HypnosisIs there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis”?Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call ithighway hypnosis,

4-23Know how to go down hills. The most importantthing to know is this: let your engine do some of theslowing down. Shift to a lower gear when you god

4-24Winter DrivingHere are some tips for winter driving:Have your vehicle in good shape for winter.You may want to put winter emergency supplies inyou

4-25Driving on Snow or IceMost of the time, those places where your tires meet theroad probably have good traction.However, if there is snow or ice be

4-26Remember, unless you have anti-lock, if you brake sohard that your wheels stop rolling, you’ll just slide.Brake so your wheels always keep rolling

4-27Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police thatyou’ve been stopped by the snow.Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you.If you have

4-28Then, shut the engine off and close the window almostall the way to preserve the heat. Start the engine againand repeat this only when you feel re

4-29The other label is the Certification label, found on therear of the driver’s door opening. It tells you the grossweight capacity of your vehicle,

4-30If you put things inside your vehicle -- like suitcases,tools, packages or anything else -- they will go as fast asthe vehicle goes. If you have t

4-31That’s the reason for this part. In it are manytime-tested, important trailering tips and safety rules.Many of these are important for your safety

1-6Rear Folding Seatback (If Equipped)You can fold either side of the seatback down in yourvehicle for more cargo space. On vehicles with a built-inch

4-32You can ask your dealer for our trailering information oradvice, or you can write us at:Customer Assistance DepartmentChevrolet Motor DivisionP.O.

4-33Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s TiresBe sure your vehicle’s tires are inflated to the upperlimit for cold tires. You’ll find these numbers on theTi

4-34Even if your vehicle doesn’t have anti-lock brakes,don’t tap into your vehicle’s brake system if the trailer’sbrake system will use more than 0.02

4-35Backing UpHold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand.Then, to move the trailer to the left, just move that handto the left. To move the t

4-36If you are towing a trailer that weighs more than 1,000 lbs. (450 kg), and you have an automatic transaxlewith overdrive, you may prefer to drive

4-37Maintenance When Trailer TowingYour vehicle will need service more often when you’repulling a trailer. See the Maintenance Schedule for moreon thi

5-5-1Section 5 Problems on the RoadHere you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road.5-2 Hazard Warning Flashers5-2 Other War

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

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

5-41. Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-voltbattery with a negative ground system.NOTICE:If the other system isn’t a 12-volt system with aneg

1-73. Pull the release on thedriver’s side in thetrunk. (Repeat theprocedure for the otherside if you do not have abuilt-in child restraint.)4. Fold t

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

5-66. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+)terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery. Use aremote positive (+) terminal if the ve

5-79. The other end of the negative (-) cable doesn’t go to the dead battery. It goes to a heavy, unpaintedmetal part on the engine of the vehicle wit

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

5-9Engine OverheatingYou will find a coolant temperature gage on yourinstrument panel. See “Gages” in the Index.If Steam Is Coming From Your EngineCAU

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 serious. Sometimes

5-11Cooling SystemWhen you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s whatyou’ll see:A. Electric Engine Cooling FansB. Radiator Pressure CapC. Coolant

5-12CAUTION:Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts,can be very hot. Don’t touch them. If you do, youcan be burned.Don’t run the engine if t

5-13NOTICE:In cold weather, water can freeze and crack theengine, radiator, heater core and other parts. Use the recommended coolant and the propercoo

5-14CAUTION:Steam and scalding liquids from a hot coolingsystem can blow out and burn you badly. Theyare under pressure, and if you turn the radiatorp

Free lockout assistanceFree dead-battery assistanceFree out-of-fuel assistanceFree flat-tire changeEmergency towing1-800-CHEV-USA®(For vehicles pu

1-8Safety Belts: They’re for EveryoneThis part of the manual tells you how to use safety beltsproperly. It also tells you some things you should not d

5-15How to Add Coolant to the Radiator1. You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressurecap and uppe

5-163. Fill the radiator with the proper coolant mixture, upto the base of the filler neck. (See “Engine Coolant”in the Index for more information abo

5-176. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel theupper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for theengine cooling fans.7. By this time, th

5-18If a Tire Goes FlatIt’s unusual for a tire to “blow out” while you’re driving,especially if you maintain your tires properly. If air goesout of a

5-19The following steps will tell you how to use the jack andchange a tire.Removing the Spare Tire and ToolsA. Spare TireB. Jack HandleC. Wheel Wrench

5-20The equipment you’ll need is in the trunk.Lift the spare tire cover to gain access to the spare tire and tools. Remove the foam tray containing th

5-21Attach the jack handle to the jack. Turn the jack handleclockwise to raise the lift head.Remove the wheel cover, if your vehicle is equippedwith o

5-22If your wheel has a center cover, insert the flat end ofthe wheel wrench into the slot to remove the center cap.Pry the cap off.Removing the Flat

5-232. Position the jack and raise the jack lift head until itfits firmly into the notches closest to the flat tire.CAUTION:Getting under a vehicle wh

5-243. Raise the vehicle by rotating the jack handle clockwise.Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there isenough room for the spare tire t

1-9In 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 crash. If you do ha

5-25CAUTION:Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts towhich it is fastened, can make the wheel nutsbecome loose after a time. The wheel could comeo

5-267. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handlecounterclockwise. Lower the jack completely.8. Tighten the wheel nutsfirmly in a crisscrosssequence

5-27NOTICE:Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead tobrake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoidexpensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheelnuts

5-28A. Spare or Flat TireB. Jack HandleC. Wheel WrenchD. JackReturn the jack, jack handle, wheel wrench and flat orspare tire to the storage area.Comp

5-29Don’t use your compact spare on other vehicles.And don’t mix your compact spare tire or wheel withother wheels or tires. They won’t fit. Keep your

5-30Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It OutFirst, turn your steering wheel left and right. That willclear the area around your front wheels. Then shift bac

5-31CAUTION:The recovery hooks, when used, are under a lot of force. Always pull the vehicle straight out.Never pull on the hooks at a sideways angle.

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

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 needs. You’ll get

6-3CAUTION:You can be injured and your vehicle could bedamaged if you try to do service work on avehicle without knowing enough about it.Be sure you h

1-10Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The riderdoesn’t stop.

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

6-5Fuels in Foreign CountriesIf you plan on driving in another country outside theUnited States or Canada, the proper fuel may be hard to find. Never

6-6Remote Fuel Door Release LeverThe fuel door release leveris near the floor to the leftof the driver’s seat.The cap is behind a hinged door on the d

6-7CAUTION:If you get gasoline on yourself and thensomething ignites it, you could be badly burned.Gasoline can spray out on you if you open thefuel f

6-8Filling a Portable Fuel ContainerCAUTION:Never fill a portable fuel container while it is inyour vehicle. Static electricity discharge from thecont

6-91. To open the hood, firstpull the release handleinside the vehicle. It’s on the lower left side of the instrumentpanel to the left of thesteering

6-10When you open the hood on a 1.8 L (Code 8) engine, you’ll see:A. Windshield Washer Fluid ReservoirB. Power Steering Fluid ReservoirC. Engine Compa

6-11Engine OilIf the engine oil pressurelight appears on theinstrument panel, it meansyou need to check yourengine oil level right away.For more infor

6-12When to Add Engine OilIf the oil is at or below the lower mark, then you’ll needto add at least one quart of oil. But you must use theright kind.

6-13What Kind of Engine Oil to UseOils recommended for your vehicle can be identified bylooking for the starburst symbol.This symbol indicates that th

1-11The person keeps going until stopped by something.In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield ...or the instrument panel ...

6-14As 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. These numbers o

6-15If none of them is true, use the long trip/highwaymaintenance schedule. Change the oil and filter every7,500 miles (12 500 km) or 12 months -- whi

6-16To check or replace the filter:1. Release the two clips that hold the cover down.2. Lift the cover off.3. Pull out the air filter.4. Install the n

6-17Automatic Transaxle FluidWhen to Check and ChangeA good time to check your automatic transaxle fluidlevel is when the engine oil is changed.Change

6-18Checking the Fluid LevelPrepare your vehicle as follows:Park your vehicle on a level place. Keep the engine running.With the parking brake applied

6-193. Check both sides of the dipstick, and read the lowerlevel. The fluid level must be between the twodimples in the hot range.4. If the fluid leve

6-20Manual Transaxle FluidWhen to CheckA good time to have it checked is when the engine oil ischanged. However, the fluid in your manual transaxledoe

6-21How to Add FluidHere’s how to add fluid. Refer to the MaintenanceSchedule to determine what kind of fluid to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubr

6-22Engine CoolantThe following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low. If you have a problemwith engine overheating, see

6-23NOTICE:If you use an improper coolant mixture, yourengine could overheat and be badly damaged.The repair cost wouldn’t be covered by yourwarranty.

1-12or 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 your strongest

6-24CAUTION:Turning the radiator pressure cap when theengine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn youbadly.

6-25Power Steering FluidWhen to Check Power Steering FluidIt is not necessary to regularly check power steeringfluid unless you suspect there is a lea

6-26What to UseTo determine what kind of fluid to use, see“Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index.NOTICE:When adding power steering fluid or

6-27NOTICE:When using concentrated washer fluid,follow the manufacturer’s instructions foradding water.Don’t mix water with ready-to-use washerfluid.

6-28There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down. The first is that the brake fluid goes down to an acceptable

6-29NOTICE:Using the wrong fluid can badly damagebrake system parts. For example, just a fewdrops of mineral-based oil, such as engineoil, in your bra

6-30Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightlyapplied. This does not mean something is

6-31BatteryYour new vehicle comes with a maintenance freeACDelco battery. When it’s time for a new battery, get one that has the replacement number sh

6-32Headlamps1. Open the hood.2. Remove the screw nearthe top outside of theheadlamp assembly.3. Remove the bolt (A) near the top inside of theheadlam

6-338. Press down and move the metal retainer away fromyou and then lift the metal retainer to the right.9. Pull the bulb socket out of the housing.10

1-13Q: 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 you’re in anacci

6-34Sidemarker/Turn Signal Lamps1. Remove the headlamp assembly. See “Headlamps”earlier in this section.2. Remove the front sidemarker assembly by pul

6-35Rear Combination LampsThe combination lamp assembly includes thetaillamp/stoplamp, turn signal and sidemarker bulbs.A. Back-Up LampsB. Turn Signal

6-36TiresYour new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made bya leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questionsabout your tire warranty and whe

6-37Inflation -- Tire PressureThe Tire-Loading Information label, which is in yourglove compartment, shows the correct inflationpressures for your tir

6-38Tire Inspection and RotationTires should be rotated every 6,000 to 8,000 miles (10 000 to 13 000 km). Any time you notice unusualwear, rotate your

6-39When It’s Time for New TiresOne way to tell when it’stime for new tires is tocheck the treadwearindicators, which willappear when your tires haveo

6-40CAUTION:If you use bias-ply tires on your vehicle, thewheel rim flanges could develop cracks aftermany miles of driving. A tire and/or wheel could

6-41Traction -- AA, A, B, CThe traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Those grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet

6-42Each new wheel should have the same load-carryingcapacity, diameter, width, offset and be mounted thesame way as the one it replaces.If you need t

6-43Tire ChainsNOTICE:Use tire chains only where legal and only whenyou must. Use only SAE Class “S” type chainsthat are the proper size for your tire

1-143. 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 acrossyou very qu

6-44Don’t use any of these unless this manual says you can.In many uses, these will damage your vehicle:AlcoholLaundry SoapBleachReducing AgentsCleani

6-45Special Fabric Cleaning ProblemsStains caused by such things as catsup, coffee (black),egg, fruit, fruit juice, milk, soft drinks, vomit, urine an

6-46Cleaning the Built-in Child RestraintYour built-in child restraint may be cleaned with mildsoap and lukewarm water. Don’t use household cleaners.T

6-47Grime from the windshield will stick to the wiper bladesand affect their performance. Clean the blade by wiping vigorously with a cloth soaked in

6-48Cleaning Exterior Lamps/LensesUse lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a carwashing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructio

6-49Cleaning Aluminum Wheels (If Equipped)Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water. Rinse with clean water. After rins

6-50Finish DamageAny stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the finishshould be repaired right away. Bare metal will corrodequickly and may devel

6-51GM Vehicle Care/Appearance MaterialsPART NUMBER SIZE DESCRIPTION USAGE994954 23 in. x 25 in. Polishing Cloth – Wax Treated Exterior polishing clot

6-52Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument pane

6-53Electrical SystemAdd-On Electrical EquipmentNOTICE:Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicle unlessyou check with your dealer first. Some elec

1-15The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug onthe hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this appliesforce to the strong pelvic bone

6-54Fuses and Circuit BreakersThe wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected fromshort circuits by fuses, circuit breakers and fusiblethermal links

6-55Fuse UsageTURN Turn SignalsECU-IG ABS System, Automatic TransaxleShift Lock Control System, Cruise Control, Cooling FansST Starting SystemS-HTR N

6-56Engine Compartment Fuse/Relay Block (Driver’s Side)Most of your fuses are in the engine compartment fuseblock. Some are in three electrical center

6-57Fuse/Relay UsageALT-S Charging SystemHEAD (RH) or HEAD(RH-UPR)Right Headlamp (High-Beam)EFI or F-HTR Fuel Injection SystemHORN Horn SystemEFI or F

6-58Engine Compartment Fuse/Relay Block (Passenger’s Side)This engine compartment fuse/relay block is located onthe passenger’s side of the engine com

6-59Engine Oil (Change w/ Filter*) 3.9 quarts (3.7 L). . . . Fuel Tank 13.2 U.S. gallons (50 L). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . * When changing the oil f

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

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

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

7-4Part A: Scheduled Maintenance ServicesUsing Your Maintenance ScheduleWe at General Motors want to help you keep yourvehicle in good working conditi

1-16Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt iscentered on your shoulder. The belt should be away fromyour face and neck, but not fa

Scheduled Maintenance7-5Short Trip/City DefinitionFollow the Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance ifany one of these conditions is true for your vehi

Scheduled Maintenance7-6Short Trip/City IntervalsEvery 60,000 Miles (100 000 km): Valve ClearanceInspection, adjust if necessary (or every 48 months,w

Scheduled Maintenance7-7Long Trip/Highway IntervalsEvery 7,500 Miles (12 500 km): Engine Oil and FilterChange (or every 12 months, whichever occurs fi

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-8The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles(166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles(16

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-93,000 Miles (5 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Co

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-1012,000 Miles (20 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-1118,000 Miles (30 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-1224,000 Miles (40 000 km) (Continued)Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for properr

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-13Inspect fuel tank, cap, cap gasket and lines for damage or leaks (or every 24 months, whichever occurs first)

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-1433,000 Miles (55 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission

1-17Q: 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 the wrong place

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-1542,000 Miles (70 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-1648,000 Miles (80 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-17Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for properrotation pattern and additional infor

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-1860,000 Miles (100 000 km) (Continued)Replace engine air cleaner filter (or every 24 months, whichever occurs

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-19Change automatic transaxle fluid every 15,000 miles (25 000 km) if thevehicle is mainly driven under one or m

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-2066,000 Miles (110 000 km) (Continued)Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-2175,000 Miles (125 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emissio

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-2278,000 Miles (130 000 km) (Continued)Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-2387,000 Miles (145 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emissio

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-2490,000 Miles (150 000 km) (Continued)Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 24 months, whichever oc

2000 Chevrolet PrizmOwner's ManualLitho in U.S.A.Part Number 22619454 A First Edition© Copyright General Motors Corporation 1999All Rights Reser

1-18Q: 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 can be seriously

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-2596,000 Miles (160 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emissio

Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance7-26The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles(166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles

Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance7-277,500 Miles (12 500 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emissi

Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance7-2822,500 Miles (37 500 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emiss

Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance7-29Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 24 months, whichever occursfirst). See “Engine Coolant” in

Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance7-3037,500 Miles (62 500 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emiss

Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance7-3152,500 Miles (87 500 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emiss

Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance7-3260,000 Miles (100 000 km) (Continued)Inspect fuel tank, cap, cap gasket and lines for damage (or every 24 m

Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance7-3367,500 Miles (112 500 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emis

Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance7-3475,000 Miles (125 000 km) (Continued)– When doing frequent trailer towing.– Uses such as found in taxi, pol

1-19Q: What’s wrong with this?A: The belt is twisted across the body.CAUTION:You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you wouldn’t

Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance7-35Inspect fuel tank, cap, cap gasket and lines for damage or leaks (or every 24 months, whichever occurs firs

Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance7-3697,500 Miles (162 500 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emis

7-37Part B: Owner Checks and ServicesListed in this part are owner checks and services whichshould be performed at the intervals specified to helpensu

7-38At Least Once a MonthTire Inflation CheckMake sure tires are inflated to the correct pressures.Don’t forget to check your spare tire. See “Tires”

7-39Fluid Level CheckCheck the power steering pump, hydraulic clutch andautomatic or manual transaxle fluid levels and add asneeded. See “Power Steeri

7-40Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control System CheckCAUTION:When you are doing this check, the vehicle couldmove suddenly. If it does, you or other

7-41Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle PARK (P)Mechanism CheckCAUTION:When you are doing this check, your vehiclecould begin to move. You or others

7-42Part C: Periodic Maintenance InspectionsListed in this part are inspections and services whichshould be performed at least twice a year (for insta

7-43Engine Cooling System InspectionInspect the hoses and have them replaced if they arecracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, fittingsa

7-44Part D: Recommended Fluids and LubricantsNOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtainedfrom yo

1-20To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle.The belt should go back out of the way.Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out

7-45USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANTManualTransaxle Shift LinkageChassis Lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985 or equivalent) orlubricant meeting requirements of NLGI

7-46Part E: Maintenance RecordAfter the scheduled services are performed, record thedate, odometer reading and who performed the servicein the boxes p

7-47Maintenance RecordDATEODOMETERREADINGSERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED

7-48Maintenance RecordDATEODOMETERREADINGSERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED

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

8-2Customer Satisfaction ProcedureYour satisfaction and goodwill are important to yourdealer and to Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns withthe sales tr

8-3STEP TWO -- If after contacting a member of dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further hel

8-4The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court programadministered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding

8-5CanadaGeneral Motors of Canada LimitedCustomer Communication Centre, 163-0051908 Colonel Sam DriveOshawa, Ontario L1H 8P71-800-263-3777 (English)1-

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

1-21The best way to protect the fetus is to protect themother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s morelikely that the fetus won’t be hurt in a

8-7Chevrolet offers Courtesy Transportation for customersneeding warranty service. Courtesy Transportation willbe offered in conjunction with the cove

8-8Courtesy TransportationChevrolet has always exemplified quality and value in its offering of motor vehicles. To enhance yourownership experience, w

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

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

8-11REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTSTO GENERAL MOTORSIn addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada)in a situation like this, we certainly hope you’ll no

8-12CURRENT PUBLICATIONS FOR 2000 CHEVROLETSERVICE MANUALSService Manuals have the diagnosis and repair informationon engines, transmission, axle, sus

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

1-22Here are the most important things to know about the air bag systems:CAUTION:You can be severely injured or killed in a crash ifyou aren’t wearing

1-23CAUTION:Both frontal and side impact air bags inflate with great force, faster than the blink of an eye. If you’re too close to an inflating air b

1-24How the Air Bag Systems WorkWhere are the air bags?The driver’s frontal air bag is in the middle of thesteering wheel.The right front passenger’s

1-25The right front passenger’s side impact air bag is in theside of the passenger’s seatback closest to the door.CAUTION:If something is between an o

1-26When should an air bag inflate?The driver’s and right front passenger’s frontal air bagsare designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal orne

1-27How does an air bag restrain?In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions,even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the

Table of ContentsKeys and Door LocksRemote Keyless Entry System (If Equipped)Trunk ReleaseAutomatic Transmission (If Equipped) Manual Transmission Ope

1-28In many crashes severe enough to inflate an air bag,windshields are broken by vehicle deformation.Additional windshield breakage may also occur fr

1-29If your vehicle ever gets into a lot of water -- such aswater up to the carpeting or higher -- or if water entersyour vehicle and soaks the carpet

1-30Rear Seat PassengersIt’s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up!Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rearseat are hu

1-31When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way, it will lock. If it does, let it go back all the way andstart again. If the belt is not long eno

1-32CAUTION:You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt istoo loose. In a crash, you would move forwardtoo much, which could increase injury. Thes

1-33CAUTION:Smaller children and babies should always berestrained in a child or infant restraint. Theinstructions for the restraint will say whether

1-34CAUTION:Never hold a baby in your arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn’t weigh much -- until acrash. During a crash a baby will become soh

1-35Built-in Child Restraint (Option)If your vehicle has this option, there’s a built-in childrestraint in the right rear seat position. This childres

1-36Q: What if the top of my child’s shoulders is abovethe shoulder belt slots for the five-point childrestraint harness system?A: A child whose shoul

1-372. Pull the flap away from the fastener strip on the topof the seatback and lower the child restraint cushion.CAUTION:If a head restraint is not i

Table of Contents (cont'd)Defensive DrivingDrunken DrivingControl of a VehicleBrakingSteeringDriving Tips for Various Road ConditionsRecreational

1-383. Install the head restraint so that the front side facesthe rear of the vehicle. Lower the head restraint sothat it touches the top of the seatb

1-394. Before placing the child in the child restraint, addslack to the shoulder harness. Pull the black shoulderharness release strap firmly. At the

1-408. Push the latch plate (B) into the buckle until it clicks.Be sure the buckle is free of any foreign objectsthat may prevent you from securing th

1-4112. Now fasten the left and right halves of the shoulderharness clip together. The purpose of this clip is to help keep the harness positioned on

1-4213. Pull the shoulder harness adjustment strap (C)firmly until the harness is snugly adjusted aroundthe child. You should not be able to put more

1-43Removing the Child from the Built-in Child Restraint1. Unfasten the shoulder harness clip.2. Unlatch the harness by pushing the button on the buck

1-44Storing the Built-in Child RestraintAlways properly store the built-in child restraint beforeusing the vehicle’s lap-shoulder belt.1. Fasten the h

1-455. Fold the child restraint cushion up into the seatback.Make sure the harness adjustment strap is folded upin the seatback.6. Attach the flap to

1-46CAUTION:If a head restraint is not installed on the seatbackproperly, it could be thrown about the vehicle ina crash or sudden maneuver. People in

1-47An infant car bed (A) is a special bed made for usein a motor vehicle. It’s an infant restraint systemdesigned to restrain or position a child on

Table of Contents (cont'd)Maintenance ScheduleService and Appearance CareSection 7Section 6Scheduled MaintenanceOwner Checks and Services Perio

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1-49A forward-facing child restraint (C-E) positions a child upright to face forward in the vehicle. These forward-facing restraints are designed tohe

1-50When choosing a child restraint, be sure the childrestraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is, it will have a label saying that it mee

1-51Top StrapIn Canada, the law requires that forward-facing childrestraints have a top strap, and that the strap beanchored. In the United States, so

1-52Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat PositionYou’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child res

1-534. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out ofthe retractor to set the lock.5. To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into the

1-54Securing a Child Restraint in the RightFront Seat PositionYour vehicle has a right front passenger air bag. Neverput a rear-facing child restraint

1-554. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button ispositioned so you would be able to unbuckle thesafety belt quickly if you ever had to.5. Pull t

1-566. To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into theretractor while you push down on the child restraint.You may find it helpful to use yo

1-57CAUTION:Never do this.Here two children are wearing the same belt. The belt can’t properly spread the impact forces.In a crash, the two children c

Table of Contents (cont'd)Customer Assistance InformationIn the Index you will find an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manua

1-58CAUTION:Never do this.Here a child is sitting in a seat that has alap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behindthe child. If the child wears

1-59Safety Belt ExtenderIf the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it.But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, yourd

1-60Replacing Restraint System PartsAfter a CrashIf you’ve had a crash, do you need new safety belts orbuilt-in child restraint parts?After a very min

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

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

2-3One key is used for theignition, the doors and all other locks.When a new vehicle is delivered, the dealer removes thekey tag from the key and give

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

2-5Power Door Locks (Option)The power door lock switch may be located either on thearmrest on the door or in front of the inside door handle.Push the

2-6To Open a Rear Door With the Security Locks1. Unlock the door from the inside.2. Then open the door from the outside.If you don’t cancel the securi

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

viGENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem and the name PRIZM are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation.This m

2-8Matching Transmitter(s) To Your VehicleEach remote keyless entry transmitter is coded toprevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle.If

2-9To replace the battery:1. Insert a small coin or flat-tip screwdriver in thenotch near the key ring to separate the bottom halffrom the top half of

2-10Remote Trunk ReleasePull upward on the remoterelease handle, located on the floor near the leftside of the driver’s seat, to release the trunk lid

2-11New Vehicle “Break-In”NOTICE:Your vehicle doesn’t need an elaborate“break-in.” But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guid

2-12ACC (ACCESSORY) (B): In this position, you canoperate some of your electrical power accessories (suchas the radio, but not the ventilation fan). I

2-13Starting Your EngineAutomatic TransaxleMove your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N).Your engine won’t start in any other position -- that’s a

2-142. If it doesn’t start, wait about 15 seconds and tryagain to start the engine by turning the ignition keyto START. Wait about 15 seconds between

2-15Automatic Transaxle OperationThere are several different positions for your shift lever.PARK (P): This locks your front wheels. It’s the bestposit

2-16Ensure that the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) beforestarting the engine. Your vehicle has a automatictransaxle shift lock control system. You h

2-17DRIVE (D): This position is for normal driving. If youneed more power for passing, and you’re:Going less than about 27 mph (43 km/h), push youracc

viiHow to Use this ManualMany people read their owner’s manual from beginningto end when they first receive their new vehicle. If youdo this, it will

2-18Overdrive (Option)If your automatic transaxle has an OVERDRIVE OFFswitch it will be located on the left side of the shift lever.Press the OVERDRIV

2-19You can shift into FIRST (1) when you’re going lessthan 20 mph (32 km/h). If you’ve come to a completestop and it’s hard to shift into FIRST (1),

2-20Shift SpeedsCAUTION:If you skip a gear when you downshift, you couldlose control of your vehicle. You could injureyourself or others. Don’t shift

2-21To release the parking brake, hold the brake pedal down.Pull the parking brake lever up until you can press therelease button. Hold the release bu

2-222. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) as follows:Hold in the button on the shift lever.Push the lever all the way toward the front of the vehicle.

2-23When you are ready to drive, move the shift lever out of PARK (P) before you release the parking brake.If torque lock does occur, you may need to

2-24Parking Over Things That BurnCAUTION:Things that can burn could touch hot exhaustparts under your vehicle and ignite. Don’t parkover papers, leave

2-25Running Your Engine While You’reParked (Automatic Transaxle)It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if youever have to, here are some

2-26WindowsManual WindowsUse the window crank to open and close each window.Power Windows (Option)The switches on the driver’s door control the powerw

2-27Tilt Wheel (If Equipped)A tilt steering column allows you to adjust the steeringcolumn before you drive. You can also raise it to thehighest level