Chevrolet Cobalt 2005 Spezifikationen

Seats and Restraint Systems... 1-1Front Seats... 1-2Rear Seats...

Heated SeatsYour vehicle may have heated front seats. This featureheats the seat cushions. The switches are located on theinstrument panel above the c

Driver Information Center (DIC) ...3-35DIC Operation and Displays ...3-35DIC Warnings and Messages ...

✍ NOTES3-3

Instrument Panel Overview3-4

The main components of your instrument panel are the following:A. Side Window Outlets. See Climate Control Systemon page 3-17.B. Air Outlets. See Outl

Hazard Warning FlashersYour hazard warning flashers let you warn others. Theyalso let police know you have a problem. Your frontand rear turn signal la

Tilt WheelA tilt wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheelbefore you drive. You can raise the steering wheel tothe highest level to give your legs

Turn and Lane-Change SignalsThe turn signal has two upward (for right) andtwo downward (for left) positions. These positions allowyou to signal a turn

Windshield WipersUse this lever, located on the right side of the steeringwheel, to operate the windshield wipers.9(Off): Move the lever to this posit

Heavy snow or ice can overload your wiper motor. Acircuit breaker will stop the motor until it cools.Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload. If

Setting Cruise Control{CAUTION:If you leave your cruise control on when youare not using cruise, you might hit a buttonand go into cruise when you do

{CAUTION:If the seatback is not locked, it could moveforward in a sudden stop or crash. That couldcause injury to the person sitting there. Alwayspres

Resuming a Set SpeedSuppose you set your cruise control at a desired speedand then you apply the brake. This, of course,disengages the cruise control.

Ending Cruise ControlTo end cruise control, step lightly on the brake pedal orthe clutch if your vehicle has a manual transmission.Stepping on the bra

Wiper Activated HeadlampsThis feature activates the headlamps and parking lampsafter the windshield wipers are turned on. For thisfeature to work, aut

Fog LampsThe fog lamp button islocated on the instrumentpanel, to the left of thesteering wheel.The ignition must be on to turn your fog lamps on.Push

Entry/Exit LightingThe lamps inside your vehicle will go on when you openany door. These lamps will fade out after about20 seconds after all of the do

When adding electrical equipment, be sure to follow theinstallation instructions included with the equipment.Notice: Improper use of the power outlet

) (Bi-Level): This mode directs approximately half ofthe air to the instrument panel outlets, and thendirects the remaining air to the floor outlets. C

On hot days, open the windows to let hot inside airescape; then close them. This helps to reduce the timeit takes for your vehicle to cool down. It al

0(Defrost): This mode directs most of the air to thewindshield, with some air directed to the side windowoutlets and the floor outlets. When you select

Warning Lights, Gages, andIndicatorsThis part describes the warning lights and gagesthat may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help youlocate them

Head RestraintsPress the button on theside of the head restraintto adjust it.Adjust your head restraint so that the top of the restraintis closest to

Instrument Panel ClusterYour instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You will know howfast you a

United States Base Level Cluster shown, Canada similar3-23

Speedometer and OdometerYour speedometer lets you see your speed in bothmiles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h).Your vehicle’s odometer wo

Airbag Readiness LightThere is an airbag readiness light on the instrumentpanel, which shows the airbag symbol. The systemchecks the airbag’s electric

Charging System LightThe charging system lightwill come on briefly whenyou turn on the ignition,and the engine is notrunning, as a checkto show you it

Brake System Warning LightYour vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided intotwo parts. If one part is not working, the other part canstill work and

Anti-Lock Brake SystemWarning LightIf your vehicle is equippedwith the anti-lock brakesystem, the light will comeon when your engine isstarted and may

The Enhanced Traction System warning light may comeon for the following reasons:• If you turn the system off by moving the shift leverto FIRST (1), th

Malfunction Indicator LampCheck Engine LightYour vehicle is equippedwith a computer whichmonitors operation of thefuel, ignition, and emissioncontrol

If the Light is FlashingThe following may prevent more serious damage toyour vehicle:• Reducing vehicle speed• Avoiding hard accelerations• Avoiding s

Easy Entry Seat{CAUTION:If the easy entry right front seat is not locked,it can move. In a sudden stop or crash, theperson sitting there could be inju

Emissions Inspection and MaintenanceProgramsSome state/provincial and local governments have ormay begin programs to inspect the emission controlequip

{CAUTION:Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low. Ifyou do, your engine can become so hot that itcatches fire. You or others could be burned.Che

Fuel GageYour fuel gage tells youabout how much fuel youhave left.Here are four things that some owners ask about. Noneof these show a problem with yo

Driver Information Center (DIC)The Driver Information Center (DIC) display gives youthe status of many of your vehicle’s systems. The DIC isalso used

TRIP A or TRIP BPress the information button until TRIP A or TRIP B isdisplayed. These modes show the current distancetraveled since the last reset fo

OIL LIFEPress the information button until OIL LIFE is displayed.The engine oil life system shows an estimate of theoil’s remaining useful life. It wi

CHANGE OIL SOONThis message is displayed when the life of the engineoil has expired and it should be changed.When you acknowledge the CHANGE OIL SOONm

LOW FUELThis message is displayed when your vehicle is low onfuel. You should refill the tank as soon as possible.See Fuel Gage on page 3-34, Filling t

DIC Vehicle PersonalizationYour vehicle has personalization capabilities that allowyou to program certain features to a preferred setting.All of the f

LOCK HORNIf your vehicle has remote keyless entry, this feature,which allows the vehicle’s horn to chirp every timethe lock button on the remote keyle

Rear SeatsSplit Folding Rear SeatYou can fold either side of the rear seatback down formore cargo space.To lower the rear seatback, follow these steps

DELAY LOCKThis feature, which delays the actual locking of thevehicle, can be enabled or disabled. When DELAYLOCK appears on the display, press the re

UNLK (Automatic Transaxle Only)This screen displays only if your vehicle has anautomatic transaxle and DRIVER or ALL is selected forthe AUTO UNLK feat

SECURITYIf your vehicle has the remote keyless entry system, thisfeature allows you to select the method used to armthe vehicle’s security system. Whe

Exiting Personalization MenuThe personalization menu will be exited when any of thefollowing conditions occur:• A ten second time period has elapsed.•

Setting the Time for Radios withRadio Data Systems (RDS)To set the hour, press the clock button. The clocksymbol will appear on the display and the ho

DISP (Display): Press this knob to switch the displaybetween the time radio station frequency. Whenthe ignition is off, press this knob to display the

To adjust the tone controls to the middle position, firstend out of tone by pressing another button, causingthe radio to perform that function, or by w

Playing a CDInsert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. Theplayer will pull it in and the CD should begin playing. Ifyou want to insert a CD wit

© SEEK ¨: Press the left arrow to go to the start ofthe current track if it has been playing for more thaneight seconds. Press the right arrow to go t

Radio with CD (Up Level)Radio Data System (RDS)The audio system has a Radio Data System (RDS).RDS features are available for use only on FM stationsth

{CAUTION:If the seatback is not locked, it could moveforward in a sudden stop or crash. That couldcause injury to the person sitting there. Alwayspull

Playing the RadioO(Power): Press this knob to turn the system onand off.u (Volume): Turn this knob to increase or todecrease the volume.AUTOu (Automat

© SEEK ¨: Press the right or the left arrow to go tothe next or to the previous station and stay there.To scan stations, press and hold either arrow f

Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)xw(Balance/Fade): To adjust the balance betweenthe right and the left speakers, press and releasethe balance/fade

RDS MessagesALERT!: Alert warns of local or national emergencies.When an alert announcement comes on the currentradio station, ALERT! will appear on t

XM™ Radio MessagesRadio DisplayMessageCondition Action RequiredXL (Explicit LanguageChannels)XL on the radio display,after the channel name,indicates

XM™ Radio Messages (cont’d)Radio DisplayMessageCondition Action RequiredNo Info Song/Program Title notavailableNo song title information is available

Playing a CDInsert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. Theplayer will pull it in and the CD should begin playing. Ifyou want to insert a CD wit

6 N (Repeat): Press this pushbutton once to hear atrack over again. REPEAT ON and the repeat symbolwill appear on the display. The current track will

CD MessagesCHECK DISC: If this message appears on the displayand/or the CD comes out, it could be for one of thefollowing reasons:• It is very hot. Wh

This system relies upon receiving specific informationfrom these stations and will only work when theinformation is available. In rare cases, a radio s

{CAUTION:It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargoarea, inside or outside of a vehicle. In acollision, people riding in these areas are morelikely

DISP (Display): When the ignition is off, press thisknob to display the time.For RDS, press the DISP knob to change what appearson the display. The di

Setting Preset StationsUp to 30 stations (six FM1, six FM2, and six AM,six XM1 and six XM2 (if equipped)), can be programmedon the six numbered pushbu

Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)xw(Balance/Fade): To adjust the balance betweenthe right and the left speakers, press and releasethe balance/fade

RDS MessagesALERT!: Alert warns of local or national emergencies.When an alert announcement comes on the currentradio station, ALERT! will appear on t

XM™ Radio MessagesRadio DisplayMessageCondition Action RequiredXL (Explicit LanguageChannels)XL on the radio display,after the channel name,indicates

XM™ Radio Messages (cont’d)Radio DisplayMessageCondition Action RequiredNo Info Song/Program Titlenot availableNo song title information is available

Playing a CDInsert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. Theplayer will pull it in and the CD should begin playing. Ifyou want to insert a CD wit

6 N (Repeat): Press this pushbutton once to hear atrack over again. REPEAT ON and the repeat symbolwill appear on the display. The current track will

Using an MP3 CDMP3 FormatThis MP3 player will accept MP3 files that were recordedon an up to 700 MB CD-R CD. The files can berecorded with the following

Order of PlayTracks will be played in the following order:• Play will begin from the first track in the first playlistand will continue sequentially thr

Why Safety Belts WorkWhen you ride in or on anything, you go as fast asit goes.Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it is just a seaton wheels.Put someo

If playing a CD-R the sound quality may be reduceddue to CD-R quality, the method of recording, the qualityof the music that has been recorded, and th

6 N (Repeat): Press this pushbutton once to hear atrack over again. TRACK REPEAT ON or FLDRREPEAT ON and the repeat symbol will appear on thedisplay.

CD MessagesCHECK DISC: If this message appears on the displayand/or the CD comes out, it could be for one of thefollowing reasons:• It is very hot. Wh

Audio Steering Wheel ControlsIf your vehicle has this feature, some audio controlscan be adjusted at the steering wheel. They includethe following:x S

FM StereoFM stereo will give the best sound, but FM signals willreach only about 10 to 40 miles (16 to 65 km). Tallbuildings or hills can interfere wi

Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ...4-2Defensive Driving ...4-2Drunken Driving ...

Your Driving, the Road, andYour VehicleDefensive DrivingThe best advice anyone can give about driving is:Drive defensively.Please start with a very im

Many adults — by some estimates, nearly half the adultpopulation — choose never to drink alcohol, so theynever drive after drinking. For persons under

There is a gender difference, too. Women generallyhave a lower relative percentage of body waterthan men. Since alcohol is carried in body water, this

{CAUTION:Drinking and then driving is very dangerous.Your reflexes, perceptions, attentiveness, andjudgment can be affected by even a smallamount of al

Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The riderdoes not stop.The person keeps going until stopped by something. Ina real vehicle, it could be the

Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drivein spurts — heavy acceleration followed by heavybraking — rather than keeping pace with traffic. This i

Let us say the road is wet and you are driving safely.Suddenly, an animal jumps out in front of you. You slamon the brakes and continue braking. Here

Using Anti-LockDo not pump the brakes. Just hold the brake pedaldown firmly and let anti-lock work for you. You may feela slight brake pedal pulsation

If your vehicle is in cruise control when the EnhancedTraction System begins to limit wheel spin, thecruise control will automatically disengage. When

SteeringElectric Power SteeringIf the engine stalls while you are driving, the powersteering assist system will continue to operate until youare able

The same thing can happen if you are steering througha sharp curve and you suddenly accelerate. Thosetwo control systems — steering and acceleration —

An emergency like this requires close attention and aquick decision. If you are holding the steering wheel atthe recommended 9 and 3 o’clock positions

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

• Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder, andstart your left lane change signal before moving outof the right lane to pass. When you are fareno

A cornering skid is best handled by easing your foot offthe accelerator pedal.If you have the Enhanced Traction System (ETS),remember: It helps to avo

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

Driving at NightNight driving is more dangerous than day driving.One reason is that some drivers are likely to beimpaired — by alcohol or drugs, with

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

The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if yourwindshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavyrain can make it harder to see road signs

Hydroplaning does not 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 of

City DrivingOne of the biggest problems with city streets is theamount of traffic on them. You will want to watch out forwhat the other drivers are do

Freeway DrivingMile for mile, freeways — also called thruways,parkways, expressways, turnpikes, orsuperhighways — are the safest of all roads.But they

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

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

If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you areplanning to visit there, here are some tips that can makeyour trips safer and more enjoyable.• K

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

GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem,CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem, and thename COBALT are registered trademarks of GeneralMotors Corporation.This manu

Questions and Answers AboutSafety BeltsQ: Will I be trapped in the vehicle after an accidentif I am wearing a safety belt?A: You could be — whether yo

Driving on Snow or IceMost of the time, those places where your tires meetthe road probably have good traction.However, if there is snow or ice betwee

Without ABS, if you feel your vehicle begin to slide, letup on the brakes a little. Push the brake pedal downsteadily to get the most traction you can

You can run the engine to keep warm, but be careful.{CAUTION:Snow can trap exhaust gases under yourvehicle. This can cause deadly CO (carbonmonoxide)

Run your engine only as long as you must. This savesfuel. When you run the engine, make it go a littlefaster than just idle. That is, push the acceler

Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It OutFirst, turn your steering wheel left and right. Thatwill clear the area around your front wheels. Then shiftback and

Tire and Loading Information LabelA vehicle specific Tire and Loading Information label isattached to the vehicle’s center pillar (B-pillar). Withthe d

4. The resulting figure equals the available amount ofcargo and luggage load capacity. For example, ifthe “XXX” amount equals 1400 lbs and there will b

Item Description TotalAVehicle Capacity Weightfor Example 2 =1,000 lbs (453 kg)BSubtract OccupantWeight 150 lbs(68 kg) × 5 =750 lbs (340 kg)CAvailable

Certification LabelA vehicle specific Certification label, found on the rearedge of the driver’s door, tells you the gross weightcapacity of your vehicle

{CAUTION:Things you put inside your vehicle can strikeand injure people in a sudden stop or turn, orin a crash.• Put things in the trunk or rear area

Driver PositionLap-Shoulder BeltThe driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Here is how to wearit properly.1. Close and lock the door.2. Adjust the seat so yo

Here are some important things to consider before youdo recreational vehicle towing:• What is the towing capacity of the towing vehicle?Be sure you re

Notice: Towing your vehicle from the rear coulddamage it. Also, repairs would not be covered bythe warranty. Never have your vehicle towed fromthe rea

Towing a Trailer (AutomaticTransaxle){CAUTION:If you do not use the correct equipment anddrive properly, you can lose control when youpull a trailer.

If You Do Decide To Pull A TrailerIf you do, here are some important points:• There are many different laws, including speed limitrestrictions, having

Weight of the Trailer TongueThe tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important weightto measure because it affects the total or gross weightof your ve

Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s TiresBe sure your vehicle’s tires are inflated to the upper limitfor cold tires. You will find these numbers on theTire-L

And always keep in mind that the vehicle you aredriving is now a good deal longer and not nearly asresponsive as your vehicle is by itself.Before you

When towing a trailer, the arrows on your instrumentpanel will flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailerare burned out. Thus, you may think driv

When You Are Ready to Leave AfterParking on a Hill1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal downwhile you:• Start your engine.• Shift into a gea

Service ...5-3Doing Your Own Service Work ...5-4Adding Equipment to the

4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks.Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure.If the belt is not long enough, see Safet

Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance ...5-67Wheel Replacement ...5-67Tire Chains ...

ServiceYour dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you tobe happy with it. We hope you will go to your dealerfor all your service needs. You will ge

Doing Your Own Service WorkIf you want to do some of your own service work, youwill want to use the proper service manual. It tellsyou much more about

Adding Equipment to the Outside ofYour VehicleThings you might add to the outside of your vehicle canaffect the airflow around it. This may cause windn

Gasoline SpecificationsIt is recommended that gasoline meet specificationswhich were developed by automobile manufacturersaround the world and contained

Gasolines containing oxygenates, such as ethers andethanol, and reformulated gasolines may be available inyour area to contribute to clean air. Genera

Filling the Tank{CAUTION:Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire cancause bad injuries. To help avoid injuries toyou and others, read and follow all

{CAUTION:If you spill fuel and then something ignites it,you could be badly burned. Fuel can spray outon you if you open the fuel cap too quickly.This

Filling a Portable Fuel Container{CAUTION:Never fill a portable fuel container while it is inyour vehicle. Static electricity discharge fromthe contain

Hood ReleaseTo open the hood, do the following.1. Pull the interior hoodrelease lever with thissymbol on it. It islocated under theinstrument panel on

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It will not give nearlyas much protection this way.{CAUTION:You can be seriously hurt if

Engine Compartment OverviewWhen you open the hood on the 2.2L L4 engine, here is what you will see:5-12

A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. See Engine AirCleaner/Filter on page 5-21.B. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See “When to Add Engine Oil”under Engine Oil on page 5

When you open the hood on the 2.0L L4 Supercharged engine, here is what you will see:5-14

A. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See “AddingWasher Fluid” under Windshield Washer Fluidon page 5-35.B. Engine Oil Dipstick. See “Checking Engine

When to Add Engine OilIf the oil is at or below the MIN mark, then you will needto add at least one quart of oil. But you must use theright kind. This

What Kind of Engine Oil to UseFor Vehicles With the 2.2L L4 Engine OnlyLook for two things:• GM6094MYour vehicle’s engine requires oil meeting GMStand

Notice: Use only engine oil identified as meetingGM Standard GM6094M and showing the AmericanPetroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Enginesstarburst

Notice: If you use oils that do not have theGM4718M Standard designation, you can causeengine damage not covered by your warranty.• SAE 5W-30As shown

When the system has calculated that oil life has beendiminished, it will indicate that an oil change isnecessary. A CHANGE OIL SOON message in theDriv

Used oil can be a threat to the environment. If youchange your own oil, be sure to drain all the oil from thefilter before disposal. Never dispose of o

Q: What is 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 l

2.0L L4 Supercharged engineThere is a special procedure for inspecting and replacingthe filter. Because this procedure is difficult, youshould have it

Manual Transaxle FluidIt is not necessary to check the transaxle fluid level. Atransaxle fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss.If a leak occurs, t

What to UseUse a mixture of one-half clean, drinkable water andone-half DEX-COOL®coolant which will not damagealuminum parts. If you use this coolant

{CAUTION:Turning the surge tank pressure cap when theengine and radiator are hot can allow steamand scalding liquids to blow out and burn youbadly. Ne

Checking Intercooler System Coolant(2.0L L4 Supercharged Engine Only)The intercooler system fill neck is located in the front ofthe engine compartment,

Adding Coolant to the Intercooler SystemFill NeckIf coolant is not visible in the fill neck, add a50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water andDEX-COOL®c

{CAUTION:You can be burned if you spill coolant on hotengine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol,and it will burn if the engine parts are hotenoug

Coolant Surge Tank Pressure CapNotice: If the pressure cap is not tightly installed,coolant loss and possible engine damage mayoccur. Be sure the cap

If No Steam Is Coming FromYour EngineAn engine coolant temperature warning can indicate aserious problem. See Engine Coolant TemperatureWarning Light

Cooling SystemWhen you decide it is safe to lift the hood, here is whatyou will see:A. Electric Engine Cooling FanB. Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure C

Q: What is 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 i

If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling, donot do anything else until it cools down. The vehicleshould be parked on a level surface.Th

How to Add Coolant to the CoolantSurge TankNotice: This vehicle has a specific coolant fillprocedure. Failure to follow this procedure couldcause your e

Notice: In cold weather, water can freeze and crackthe engine, radiator, heater core and other parts.Use the recommended coolant and the propercoolant

3. Fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mixture,to the COLD FILL line on the tank. Wait aboutfive minutes, then check to see if the level is bel

Adding Washer FluidOpen the cap with thewasher symbol on it. Addwasher fluid until thetank is full. See EngineCompartment Overview onpage 5-12 for rese

So, it is not a good idea to top off your brake fluid.Adding brake fluid will not correct a leak. If you add fluidwhen your linings are worn, then you wi

Brake WearYour vehicle has front disc brakes and may have reardrum brakes or rear disc brakes.Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that makea

Brake AdjustmentEvery time you make a moderate brake stop, your discbrakes adjust for wear. If you rarely make a moderateor heavier stop, then your br

Vehicle StorageIf you are not going to drive your vehicle for 25 daysor more, remove the black, negative (−) cable fromthe battery. This will help kee

2. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cablescan reach, but be sure the vehicles are not touchingeach other. If they are, it could cause a gro

Q: What is 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 would not ha

The remote negative (−)terminal, marked GND (−),is located behind theengine coolant surge tank.See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12for more in

{CAUTION:Fans or other moving engine parts can injureyou badly. Keep your hands away from movingparts once the engine is running.5. Check that the jum

Notice: If the jumper cables are connected orremoved in the wrong order, electrical shorting mayoccur and damage the vehicle. The repairs wouldnot be

It is recommended that the vehicle is taken to yourdealer for service if the headlamps need to be re-aimed.It is possible however, to re-aim the headl

To adjust the vertical aim on the headlamps, do thefollowing:1. Find the aim dot on the lens of the low-beam lamp.2. Measure the distance from the gro

5. Turn the vertical aiming screw until the headlampbeam is aimed to the horizontal tape line. The topedge of the cut-off should be positioned at theb

Headlamps, Front Turn Signal,Sidemarker, and Parking LampsA. Front Turn Signal/Parking LampB. SidemarkerC. HeadlampTo replace one of these bulbs, do t

5. Pull the headlamp assembly up on an angle andtowards the radiator to remove.6. Disconnect the bulb base from the wiring harnessby lifting the plast

4. Pull the bulb assembly down to access the bulbs.5. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out.6. Install a new bulb.7. Align the tabs in the bulb a

5. Remove the taillamp from the quarter panel.6. Remove the taillamp bulb socket from the assemblyby turning it counterclockwise.7. Pull the old bulb

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

Back-Up Lamps (Coupe)To replace a back-up lamp bulb, do the following:1. Open the trunk. See Trunk on page 2-9 for moreinformation.2. Locate the back-

Replacement BulbsExterior Lamps Bulb NumberBack-Up Lamps 921Center High-MountedStoplamp (CHMSL)912Front Parking/Turn Signal Lamps 3157KXHalogen Headla

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

Low-Profile Performance TireIf your vehicle has 215/45R18 size tires, they areclassified as low-profile performance tires. These tiresare designed for ve

Tire Sidewall LabellingUseful information about a tire is molded into itssidewall. The examples below show a typical passengervehicle tire and a compa

(A) Temporary Use Only: The compact spare tire ortemporary use tire has a tread life of approximately3,000 miles (5 000 km) and should not be drivenat

Tire SizeThe following illustration shows an example of a typicalpassenger vehicle tire size.(A) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: The United Statesversion o

Belt: A rubber coated layer of cords that is locatedbetween the plies and the tread. Cords may be madefrom steel or other reinforcing materials.Bead:

Occupant Distribution: Designated seating positions.Outward Facing Sidewall: The side of anasymmetrical tire that has a particular side that facesoutw

Inflation - Tire PressureTires need the correct amount of air pressure to operateeffectively.Notice: Do not let anyone tell you thatunder-inflation or o

Safety Belt Use During PregnancySafety belts work for everyone, including pregnantwomen. Like all occupants, they are more likely to beseriously injur

How to CheckUse a good quality pocket-type gage to check tirepressure. You cannot tell if your tires are properlyinflated simply by looking at them. Ra

Tire Inspection and RotationTires should be rotated every 5,000 to 8,000 miles(8 000 to 13 000 km).Any time you notice unusual wear, rotate your tires

When It Is Time for New TiresOne way to tell when it’stime for new tires is tocheck the treadwearindicators, which willappear when your tireshave only

{CAUTION:Mixing tires could cause you to lose controlwhile driving. If you mix tires of different sizesor types (radial and bias-belted tires), theveh

TreadwearThe treadwear grade is a comparative rating based onthe wear rate of the tire when tested under controlledconditions on a specified government

Wheel Alignment and Tire BalanceThe tires and wheels on your vehicle were alignedand balanced carefully at the factory to give you thelongest tire lif

Used Replacement Wheels{CAUTION:Putting a used wheel on your vehicle isdangerous. You can’t know how it’s been usedor how far it’s been driven. It cou

If a Tire Goes FlatIt is unusual for a tire to blowout while you’re driving,especially if you maintain your tires properly. If air goesout of a tire,

Changing a Flat TireIf a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damageby driving slowly to a level place. Turn on yourhazard warning flashers.{CAU

Removing the Spare Tire and ToolsThe equipment you’ll need is located in the trunk.Base Models1. Open the trunk. See Trunk on page 2-9 for moreinforma

Lap-Shoulder BeltAll rear seating positions have lap-shoulder belts. Hereis how to wear one properly.1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt acro

3. Remove the nut that holds down the spare tire. SeeCompact Spare Tire on page 5-804. Remove the spare tire by placing your hands at thefour and eigh

3. Remove the wing nut that retains the jack and thespare tire.4. Remove the spare tire by placing your hands at thefour and eight o’clock positions.

You will need to turn the plastic wheel nutcounterclockwise to loosen the wheel wrench fromthe jack.Press the button and then pull on the end of the w

Removing the Flat Tire andInstalling the Spare Tire1. If your vehicle is equipped with plastic wheelcovers, use the wheel wrench to loosen the plastic

5. Raise the jack head until it fits firmly in thevehicle’s frame, where the notch is located, nearestthe flat tire.6. Put the compact spare tire near yo

9. Remove any rust or dirtfrom the wheel bolts,mounting surfacesand spare wheel.10. Place the compact spare tire on the wheel-mountingsurface.{CAUTION

13. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscrosssequence, as shown.Notice: Wheel covers will not fit on your compactspare. If you try to put a wheel co

Uplevel Model Base Model5-79

To store a flat or spare tire and tools, do the following:1. Remove the stow bolt extension rod and sleevefrom the jack.2. Reattach the wheel wrench to

Appearance CareCleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic.Other cleaning products can burst into flames if a matchis struck near them or if the

Safety Warnings and SymbolsThere are a number of safety cautions in this book. Weuse a box and the word CAUTION to tell about thingsthat could hurt yo

3. 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 should be worn low

Most stains can be removed with club soda water. Toclean, use the following instructions:1. For liquids: blot with a clean, soft, white cloth. Forsoli

VinylUse warm water and a clean cloth.• Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. Thismay have to be done more than once.• Things like tar, asphalt

Care of Safety BeltsKeep belts clean and dry.{CAUTION:Do not bleach or dye safety belts. If you do, itmay severely weaken them. In a crash, theymight

Finish CareOccasional waxing or mild polishing of the vehicle byhand may be necessary to remove residue fromthe paint finish. GM-approved cleaning prod

Aluminum or Chrome-Plated WheelsThe vehicle may be equipped with either aluminum orchrome-plated wheels.Keep the wheels clean using a soft clean cloth

Sheet Metal DamageIf the vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metalrepair or replacement, make sure the body repair shopapplies anti-corrosion materi

Vehicle Care/Appearance MaterialsSee your GM dealer for more information on purchasingthe following products.Description UsagePolishing ClothWax-Treat

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

Electrical SystemAdd-On Electrical EquipmentNotice: Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicleunless you check with your dealer first. Someelectrica

Power Windows and Other PowerOptionsA fuse in the fuse panel protect the power windows andother power accessories. When the current load istoo heavy,

{CAUTION:You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder beltis too loose. In a crash, you would moveforward too much, which could increase injury.The shou

Floor Console Fuse BlockThe floor console fuse block is located on thepassenger’s side of the floor console under theinstrument panel. To access the fus

Fuses Usage9 Stoplamp10 Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning11 Empty12 Spare13 Airbag14 Spare15 Windshield Wiper16Climate Control System, Cluster,Br

Engine Compartment Fuse BlockThe engine compartment fuse block is located on the driver’s side of the vehicle. Lift off the cover to check the fuses.S

Fuses UsageSPARES SparesREAR DEFOG Rear DefoggerCOOLINGFAN 2Cooling Fan 2CRANK StarterCOOLINGFAN 1Engine Cooling FanBCM3 Body Control Module 3BCM2 Bod

Fuses UsageHTD SEATS Heated SeatsCAN VENT Canister VentRelays UsageREAR DEFOG Rear DefoggerCOOLINGFAN2Cooling Fan 2WIPER2 Windshield Wiper 2CRANK Star

Capacities and SpecificationsThe following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. Please refer to RecommendedFluids and Lu

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Maintenance Schedule ...6-2Introduction ...6-2Maintenance Requireme

Maintenance ScheduleIntroductionImportant: Keep engine oil at the proper level andchange as recommended.Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The

This schedule is for vehicles that:• carry passengers and cargo within recommendedlimits. You will find these limits on the tire andloading information

Here is how to install a comfort guide and use thesafety belt:1. Pull the elastic cord out from between the edge ofthe seatback and the interior body

Scheduled MaintenanceWhen the CHANGE OIL SOON message comes on,it means that service is required for your vehicle.Have your vehicle serviced as soon a

Scheduled MaintenanceService Maintenance I Maintenance IIChange engine oil and filter. See Engine Oil on page 5-15. Reset oil lifesystem. See Engine Oi

Additional Required ServicesThe following services should be performed at the first maintenance service (I or II) after the indicatedmiles (kilometers)

Maintenance Footnotes(a) Visually inspect brake lines and hoses for properhook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Inspectdisc brake pads for wea

(h) Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if thevehicle is mainly driven under one or more of theseconditions:− In heavy city traffic where the ou

Engine Coolant Level CheckCheck the engine coolant level and addDEX-COOL®coolant mixture if necessary. See EngineCoolant on page 5-23 for further deta

Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock ControlSystem Check{CAUTION:When you are doing this inspection, thevehicle could move suddenly. If the vehiclemoves, yo

Parking Brake and Automatic TransaxlePark (P) Mechanism Check{CAUTION:When you are doing this check, your vehiclecould begin to move. You or others co

Recommended Fluids andLubricantsFluids and lubricants identified below by name, partnumber or specification may be obtained from your dealer.Usage Fluid

Usage Fluid/LubricantKey LockCylindersMulti-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube(GM Part No. U.S. 12346241,in Canada 10953474).ManualTransaxle ShiftLinkageCha

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

Normal Maintenance Replacement PartsReplacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your GM dealer.Normal

Maintenance RecordAfter the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service and thetype of services per

Maintenance Record (cont’d)DateOdometerReadingServiced ByMaintenance I orMaintenance IIServices Performed6-16

Maintenance Record (cont’d)DateOdometerReadingServiced ByMaintenance I orMaintenance IIServices Performed6-17

Maintenance Record (cont’d)DateOdometerReadingServiced ByMaintenance I orMaintenance IIServices Performed6-18

Customer Assistance and Information ...7-2Customer Satisfaction Procedure ...7-2Online Owner Center ...

Customer Assistance andInformationCustomer Satisfaction ProcedureYour satisfaction and goodwill are important toyour dealer and to Chevrolet. Normally

The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court programadministered by the Council of Better BusinessBureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehi

Customer Assistance for TextTelephone (TTY) UsersTo assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, orspeech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTY

Overseas — Customer AssistancePlease contact the local General Motors Business Unit.Mexico, Central America andCaribbean Islands/Countries(Except Puer

Safety Belt PretensionersYour vehicle has safety belt pretensioners. Althoughyou cannot see them, they are located on the retractorpart of the safety

Roadside Assistance ProgramAs the owner of a new Chevrolet vehicle, you areautomatically enrolled in the Chevrolet RoadsideAssistance program. This va

While we hope you never have the occasion to use ourservice, it is added security while traveling for youand your family. Remember, we are only a phon

Transportation OptionsWarranty service can generally be completed while youwait. However, if you are unable to wait, Chevrolethelps minimize your inco

Courtesy Transportation is available only at participatingGM dealers and all program options, such as shuttleservice, may not be available at every de

To read this information, special equipment is neededand access to the vehicle or the device that storesthe data is required. GM will not access infor

Reporting Safety Defects to theCanadian GovernmentIf you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehiclehas a safety defect, you should immediately

Service BulletinsService Bulletins give technical service informationneeded to knowledgeably service General Motors carsand trucks. Each bulletin cont

AAccessory Power Outlets ... 3-16Additives, Fuel ... 5-6Add-On Electrical

Audio System(s) (cont.)Setting the Time for Radios withoutRadio Data Systems (RDS) ... 3-45Theft-Deterrent Feature ...

Charging System Light ... 3-26CheckEngine Light ... 3-30Checking Things U

Child RestraintsOlder ChildrenOlder children who have outgrown booster seats shouldwear the vehicle’s safety belts.Q: What is the proper way to wear s

Cruise Control Lever ... 3-10Cupholder(s) ... 3-10Customer Assistan

EEasy Entry Seat ... 1-7Electrical SystemAdd-On Equipment ... 5-90Engin

Fuel ... 5-5Additives ... 5-6California

Horn ... 3-6How to Use This Manual ... iiHow to Wear Sa

LightingEntry/Exit ... 3-16Loading Your Vehicle ... 4-30Lockout Pr

NNew Vehicle Break-In ... 2-16Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ... 6-14OOdometer ...

RRadios ... 3-45Care of Your CD Player ... 3-76Care of Your CDs ...

Safety Belts (cont.)Questions and Answers AboutSafety Belts ... 1-14Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides forChild

Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel ... 3-7Storage AreasCenter Console Storage Area ... 2-33Convenience Net

TowingRecreational Vehicle ... 4-35Towing a Trailer ... 4-37, 4-38Your Vehicle ...

{CAUTION:Never do this.Here two children are wearing the same belt.The belt can not properly spread the impactforces. In a crash, the two children can

WheelsAlignment and Tire Balance ... 5-67Replacement ... 5-67Where to Put the Restr

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

Infants and Young ChildrenEveryone in a vehicle needs protection! This includesinfants and all other children. Neither the distancetraveled nor the ag

{CAUTION:Children who are up against, or very close to,any airbag when it inflates can be seriouslyinjured or killed. Airbags plus lap-shoulderbelts of

Vehicle Damage WarningsAlso, in this manual you will find these notices:Notice: These mean there is something that coulddamage your vehicle.A notice te

Q: What are the different types of add-on childrestraints?A: Add-on child restraints, which are purchased by thevehicle’s owner, are available in four

{CAUTION:The body structure of a young child is quiteunlike that of an adult or older child, for whomthe safety belts are designed. A young child’ship

A rear-facing infant seat (B) provides restraint with theseating surface against the back of the infant. Theharness system holds the infant in place a

A booster seat (F-G) is a child restraint designed toimprove the fit of the vehicle’s safety belt system. Somebooster seats have a shoulder belt positi

When choosing a child restraint, be sure the childrestraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is, itwill have a label saying that it meets fe

Top StrapSome child restraints have a top strap, or “top tether.” Itcan help restrain the child restraint during a collision.For it to work, a top str

Anchor the top strap to an anchor point specified in TopStrap Anchor Location on page 1-40. Be sure to usean anchor point located on the same side of t

Lower Anchorages and Top Tethersfor Children (LATCH System)Your vehicle has the LATCH system. You will findanchors for each rear seating position.This

A. Lower AnchorageB. Lower AnchorageIn order to use the LATCH system in your vehicle, youneed a child restraint designed for that system.To assist you

Securing a Child Restraint Designedfor the LATCH System1. Find the LATCH anchorages for the seatingposition you want to use, where the bottom of these

These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle:v

Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed.3. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button ispositioned so you would be able to unbuckle thesa

4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out ofthe retractor to set the lock.5. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint,pull th

Securing a Child Restraint in theRight Front Seat PositionIf your child restraint is equipped with the LATCHsystem, see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethe

4. 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 the r

6. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint,pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten thelap portion of the belt and feed the shou

Here are the most important things to know about theairbag system:{CAUTION:You can be severely injured or killed in a crashif you are not wearing your

{CAUTION:Anyone who is up against, or very close to,any airbag when it inflates can be seriouslyinjured or killed. Airbags plus lap-shoulderbelts offer

The right front passenger’s airbag is in the instrumentpanel on the passenger’s side.If your vehicle has a side impact airbag for the driverand the pe

If your vehicle has a side impact airbag for the rightfront passenger and the person directly behindthat passenger, it is located in the ceiling above

When Should an Airbag Inflate?The driver’s and right front passenger’s frontal airbagsare designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontalor near-front

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The threshold level can vary with specific vehicle design.Side impact airbags are not intended to inflate in frontal ornear-frontal impacts, rollovers o

What Will You See After anAirbag Inflates?After an airbag inflates, it quickly deflates, so quicklythat some people may not even realize the airbaginflate

In many crashes severe enough to inflate an airbag,windshields are broken by vehicle deformation.Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the

Servicing Your Airbag-EquippedVehicleAirbags affect how your vehicle should be serviced.There are parts of the airbag system in several placesaround y

Replacing Restraint System PartsAfter a Crash{CAUTION:A crash can damage the restraint systems inyour vehicle. A damaged restraint system maynot prope

Keys ...2-2Remote Keyless Entry System ...2-3Remote Keyless Entry Sy

Keys{CAUTION:Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignitionkey is dangerous for many reasons. Theycould operate the power windows or othercontrols or

One key is used for theignition, the doors and allother locks.When a new vehicle is delivered, the dealer removesthe key tag from the key and gives it

Changes or modifications to this system by other thanan authorized service facility could void authorization touse this equipment.At times you may noti

Q (Lock): Press the lock button to lock all the doors.If enabled through the Driver Information Center(DIC), the parking lamps may flash once and the h

Front Seats ...1-2Manual Seats ...1-2Driver Seat Heigh

Battery ReplacementUnder normal use, the battery in the remote keylessentry transmitter should last about four years.You can tell the battery is weak

Doors and LocksDoor Locks{CAUTION:Unlocked doors can be dangerous.• Passengers — especially children — caneasily open the doors and fall out of amovin

Delayed LockingThe delayed locking feature will delay the actual lockingof the doors for up to five seconds after exiting thevehicle when the power doo

To set the locks, do the following:1. Insert the key into the slot next to the rear doorsecurity lock label and turn it so the lock is in thehorizonta

Remote Trunk ReleaseTo open the trunk frominside the vehicle, pressthe remote trunk releasebutton located insidethe driver’s storagecompartment locate

Windows{CAUTION:Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in avehicle with the windows closed is dangerous.They can be overcome by the extreme heatan

Power WindowsIf your vehicle has power windows, the switches on thedriver’s door armrest control each of the windows.In addition, each passenger’s doo

Sun VisorsTo block out glare, swing down the visor(s). The visorscan also be detached from the center mount andswung to the side to cover the windows.

Disarming the SystemYou can disarm the system by doing any one of thefollowing:• Press the remote keyless entry transmitterunlock button.• Turn the ig

Simulated Armed ModeIf you choose not to arm the system or if proper armingcannot be completed, the Content Theft Deterrentsystem will flash the securi

Front SeatsManual Seats{CAUTION:You can lose control of the vehicle if you try toadjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicleis moving. The sudden

Starting and Operating YourVehicleNew Vehicle Break-InNotice: Your vehicle does not need an elaboratebreak-in. But it will perform better in the long

{CAUTION:If you have a manual transaxle removing thekey from the ignition switch will lock thesteering column and result in a loss of ability tosteer

3. Place your finger into the access hole and locatethe plunger.4. Press and hold the plunger toward the driver’sdoor while turning the ignition key to

Manual TransaxleThe shift lever should be in NEUTRAL and the parkingbrake engaged. Hold the clutch pedal to the floorand start the engine. Your vehicle

To Use the Engine Coolant Heater1. Turn off the engine.2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. Forthe 2.2L engine, the electrical cord is loc

PARK (P): This position locks your front wheels. It isthe best position to use when you start your enginebecause your vehicle cannot move easily.{CAUT

NEUTRAL (N): In this position, your engine does notconnect with the wheels. To restart when you arealready moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. Also, useNEUT

FIRST (1): This position holds you in the lowest gearpossible for the given vehicle speed. It providesmore engine braking but lower fuel economy thanS

NEUTRAL: Use this position when you start or idleyour engine.REVERSE (R): To back up, press down the clutchpedal and shift into REVERSE (R). Let up on

Parking BrakeThe parking brake lever is located between thefront seats.For vehicles equipped with an armrest, lift the consolearmrest in order to acce

Driver Seat Height AdjusterThe driver’s seat height adjuster is located on theoutboard side of the seat.To raise the seat, move the lever upward repet

To set the parking brake, Hold the brake pedal downand pull up on the parking brake lever. If the ignition ison, the brake system warning light will c

Leaving Your Vehicle With theEngine Running{CAUTION:It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle withthe engine running. Your vehicle could movesuddenly

Shifting Out of Park (P) (AutomaticTransaxle)This vehicle is equipped with an electronic shift lockrelease system. The shift lock release is designed

Parking Over Things That Burn{CAUTION:Things that can burn could touch hot exhaustparts under your vehicle and ignite. Do notpark over papers, leaves,

Running the Engine While ParkedIt is better not to park with the engine running. But if youever have to, here are some things to know.{CAUTION:Idling

MirrorsManual Rearview MirrorTo reduce glare from lamps behind you, move the levertoward you to the night position.Automatic Dimming Rearview MirrorTh

Outside Convex Mirror{CAUTION:A convex mirror can make things (like othervehicles) look farther away than they really are.If you cut too sharply into

Directions and Connections Plan•All Safe and Sound Plan Services• Driving Directions• RideAssist• Information and Convenience ServicesOnStar®Personal

Convenience NetYour vehicle may have a convenience net. You will seeit inside the back wall of the trunk. Put small loadsbehind the net. It can help k

Instrument Panel Overview .........3-4Hazard Warning Flashers .........3-6Other Warning Devices ...