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anchors in the vehicle. The child restraint instructions will show you how. If the child restraint is forward-facing, attach the top strap to the top strap anchor if your vehicle has one. See Top Strap on page 1-30. Tighten the top strap according to the child restraint instructions. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure.

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To remove the child restraint, simply unhook the top strap from the top tether anchor and then disconnect the anchor points.

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Securing a Child Restraint in the Passenger Seat Position

Your vehicle has a passenger air bag. There’s an air bag off switch in the glove box you can use to turn off the passenger’s air bag when you want to secure a rear-facing child restraint at the passenger’s position. See Air Bag Off Switch on page 1-44 for more on this, including important safety information.

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Unless the passenger’s air bag has been turned off, never put a rear-facing child restraint in this vehicle. Here’s why:

A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the passenger’s air bag inflates. This is because the back of the rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag. Do not use a rear-facing child restraint in this vehicle unless the passenger’s air bag has beeE turned off. If a forward-facing child restraint is suitable for your child, always move the passenger seat as far back as it will go.

If the air bag readiness Jht ever comes on when you have turned off the air bag, it means that something may be wrong with the air bag system. The passenger’s air bag could inflate even though the switch is off. If this ever happens, don’t let anyone whom the national government has identified as a member of a passenger air bag risk group sit in the passenger’s position (for example, don’t secure a rear-facing child restraint in your vehicle) until you have your vehicle serviced. See “Air Bag Off Switch” in the Index.

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You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See Top Strap on page 1-30 if the child restraint has one. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say.

Your vehicle has a passenger’s air bag. If you are using a rear-facing child restraint in this seat, make sure the air bag is turned off. See Air Bag Off Switch on page 1-44. If your child restraint is forward-facing, always move the seat as far back as it will go before securing it in this seat. See Manual Seats on page 1-2 or Power Seats on page 1-2.

2. Put the restraint on the seat. 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder

portions of the vehicle’s safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how.

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

5. Pull the rest of the lap belt all the way out of the

retractor to set the lock.

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To tighten the belt, feed the lap belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. You may , I find it helpful to use your knee to push . ,_, , +:-htnn +hn knit dowr I UI I 11 It= CI lllU l G 3 1 I all I1 zs yuu 1,yi 1 1 b I I &I I b U"'.. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure.

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, ’ and help protect the person sitting there. Don’t

If the passenger’s ail ag is tur person who isn’t in a risk group identified by the national government, that person won’t have the extra protection of an air bag. In a crash, the air bag wouldn’t be able to inflate

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turn off the passenger’s air bag unless the person sitting there is in a risk group. See “Air Bag Off Switch’’ in the Index for more on this, including important safety information.

To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and let it go back all the way. The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger. If you were using a rear-facing child restraint, turn on the passenger’s air bag when you remove the rear-facing child restraint from the vehicle unless the person who will be sitting there is a member of a passenger air bag risk group. See Air Bag Off Switch on page 1-43.

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Air Bag System This part explains the air bag system. Your vehicle has air bags - one air bag for the driver and another air bag for the passenger. Frontal air bags are designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating air bag. But these air bags must inflate very quickly to do their job and comply with federal regulations. Here are the most important things to know about the air bag system:

in rollover,

They aren’t designed to inflate at 2 rear or low-speed frontal crashes, or in many side crashes. And, for some unrestrained occupants, air bags may provide less protection in frontal crashes than more forceful air bags have provided in the past. Everyone in your vehicle should wear a safety belt properly - whether or not there’s an air bag for that person.

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jn a crash You can be severel, .njurec- if you aren’t wearing your safety belt - even if you have air bags. Wearing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce your chance of . .__. flNKrng things ir-tside %e ~ e h i & G; k k g ejected from it. Air bags are designed to work with safety belts, but don’t replace them. Air bags are designed to deploy only in moderate to severe frontal and near frontal crashes.

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force, ____ er tha.. Ail ,ags blink of an eye. If you’re too close to an .--.- I f l l l d r r r l y all w a y , aa y u u W W W U I U u\r :--xm-a:-- leaning forward, it could seriously injure you. Safety belts help keep you in position before and during a crash. Always wear your safety belt, even with air bags. The driver should sit as far back as possible while still maintaining control of the vehicle.

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The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See Air Bag Readiness Light on page 3-32 for more information. Where Are the Air Bags?

The driver’s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel.

yone who i ~p -ainst, or vc I close to, any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Air bags plus lap-shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle’s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them. Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide. Always secure children properly in your vehicle. To read how, see the parts of this manual called “Older Children” and “Infants and Young Children”.

instrument panel, which shows the air bag symbol.

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If something is between an occupant and an air bag, the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death. The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear. Don’t put anything between an occupant and an air bag, and don’t attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other air

The passenger’s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side.

When Should an Air Bag Inflate?

What Makes an Air Bag Inflate?

An air bag is designed to inflate in a moderate to severe frontal, or near-frontal crash. The air bag will inflate only if the impact speed is above the system’s designed “threshold level”. If your vehicle goes straight into a wall that doesn’t move or deform, the threshold level is about 9 to 15 mph (14 to 24 km/h). The threshold level can vary, however, with specific vehicle design, so that it can be somewhat above or below this range. If your vehicle strikes something that will move or deform, such as a parked car, the threshold level will be higher. The air bag is not designed to inflate in rollovers, rear impacts, or in many side impacts because inflation would not help the occupant. In any particular crash, no one can say whether an air bag should have inflated simply because of the damage to a vehicle or because of what the repair costs were. Inflation is determined by the angle of the impact and how quickly the vehicle slows down in frontal or near-frontal impacts.

In an impact of sufficient severity, the air bag sensing system detects that the vehicle is in a crash. The sensing system triggers a release of gas from the inflator, which inflates the air bag. The inflator, air bag and related hardware are all part of the air bag modules inside the steering wheel and in the instrument panel in front of the passenger.

How Does an Air Bag Restrain?

In moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal collisions, even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel. Air bags supplement the protection provided by safety belts. Air bags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant’s upper body, stopping the occupant more gradually. But air bags would not help you in many types of collisions, including rollovers, rear impacts and many side impacts, primarily because an occupant’s motion is not toward those air bags. Air bags should never be regarded as anything more than a supplement to safety belts, and then only in moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal collisions.

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What Will You See After an Air Bag Inflates?

After the air bag inflates, it quickly deflates, so quickly that some people may not even realize the air bag inflated. Some components of the air bag module - the steering wheel hub for the driver’s air bag, the instrument panel for the passenger’s bag - will be hot for a short time. The parts of the bag that come into contact with you may be warm, but not too hot to touch. There will be some smoke and dust coming from the vents in the deflated air bags. Air bag inflation doesn’t prevent the driver from seeing or being able to steer the vehicle, nor does it stop people from leaving the vehicle.

air. This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble. To avoid this, everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so. If you have breathing problems but can’t get out of the vehicle after an air bag inflates, then get fresh air by opening a window or a door. If you experience breathing problems following an air bag deployment, you should seek medical attention.

In many crashes severe enough to inflate the air bag, windshields are broken by vehicle deformation.

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Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the passenger air bag.

Air Bag Off Switch

Air bags are designed to inflate only once. After an air bag inflates, you’ll need some new parts for your air bag system. If you don’t get them, the air bag system won’t be there to help protect you in another crash. A new system will include air bag modules and possibly other parts. The service manual for your vehicle covers the need to replace other parts. Your vehicle is equipped with a diagnostic module, which records information about the air bag system. The module records information about the readiness of the system, when the system commands air bag inflation and driver’s safety belt usage at deployment. The module also records speed, engine rpm, brake and throttle data. Let only qualified technicians work on your air bag systems. Improper service can mean that an air bag system won’t work properly. See your dealer for service.

Notice: If you damage the covering for the driver’s or the passenger’s air bag, the bag may not work properly. You may have to replace the air bag module in the steering wheel or both the air bag module and the instrument panel for the passenger’s air bag. Do not open or break the air bag coverings. 1 -44

Your vehicle has a switch in the glove box that you can use to turn off the passenger’s air bag.

This switch should only be turned to AIR BAG OFF if the person in the passenger’s position is a member of a passenger risk group identified by the national government as follows:

Infant. An infant (less than 1 year old) must ride in the front seat because: 0 my vehicle has no rear seat;

my vehicle has a rear seat too small to accommodate a rear-facing infant seat; or the infant has a medical condition which, according to the infant’s physician, makes it necessary for the infant to ride in the front seat so that the driver can constantly monitor the child’s condition.

Child age 1 to 12. A child age 1 to 12 must ride in the front seat because:

my vehicle has no rear seat; although children ages 1 to 12 ride in the rear seat(s) whenever possible, children ages 1 to 12 sometimes must ride in the front because no space is available in the rear seat(s) of my vehicle; or

e the child has a medical condition which, according

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Medical Condition. A passenger has a medical condition which, according to his or her physician:

causes the passenger air bag to pose a special risk for the passenger; and

e makes the potential harm from the passenger air

bag in a crash greater than the potential harm from turning off the air bag and allowing the passenger, even if belted, to hit the dashboard or windshield in a crash.

If the passenger’s air bag is turned off for a person who isn’t in a risk group identified by the national government, that person won’t have the extra protection of an air bag. In a !he ~ l r hzg \nrcw!dn’t he able to inflate c:g:sh, and help protect the person sitting there. Don’t turn off the passenger’s air bag unless the person sitting there is in a risk group.

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To turn off the passenger’s air bag, insert your ignition key into the switch, push in, and move the switch to the off position. The AIR BAG OFF light on the center console switch panel will come on to let you know that the passenger’s air bag is off. The passenger’s air bag will remain off until you turn it back on again, and the AIR BAG OFF light will stay on to remind you that the air bag is off.

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Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the air bag system in several places around your vehicle. You don’t want the system to inflate while someone is working on your vehicle. Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag system. To purchase a service manual, see Service Publications Ordering Information on Dage 7- 10.

For up to 10 seconds after the ignition key is turned off and the battery is disconnected, an air bag can still inflate during improper service. You can be injured if you are close to an air bag when it inflates. Avoid yellow wires, wires wrapped with yellow tape or yellow connectors. They are probably part of the air bag system. Be sure to follow proper service procedures, and make sure the person performing work for you is qualified to do so.

The air bag system does not need regular maintenance.

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To turn the passenger’s air bag on again, insert your ignition key into the switch, push in, and move the switch tn !he nn position.

Restraint System Check

Checking Your Restraint Systems

Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired. Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash. They can rip apart under impact forces. If a belt is torn or frayed, get a new one right away. Also look for any opened or broken air bag covers, and have them repaired or replaced. (The air bag system does not need regular maintenance.)

Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash

A crash can damage the restraint systems in your vehicle. A damaged restraint system may not properly protect the person using it, resulting in serious injury or ewen death in a crash. To help make sure your restraint systems are working properly after a crash, have them inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible.

If you’ve had a crash, do you need new belts? After a very minor collision, nothing may be necessary. But if the belts were stretched, as they would be if worn during a more severe crash, then you need new parts.

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If you ever see a label on the driver’s safety belt that says to replace the belt, be sure to do so. Then the new belt will be there to help protect you in a collision. You would see this label on the belt near the latch plate. If belts are cut or damaged, replace them. Collision damage also may mean you will need to have safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced. New parts and repairs may be necessary even it the belt wasn’t being used at the time of the collision. If an air bag inflates, you’ll need to replace air bag system parts. See the part on the air bag system earlier in this section.

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Section 2

Features and Controls

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Keys ..........................................................

Windows ........................................................

......................... 2.4 Remote Keyless Entry System Remote Keyless Entry System Operation ........... 2.5 Doors and Locks ............................................. 2.9 Door Locks .................................................... 2.9 Power Door Locks ........................................ 2-10 Lockout Protection ........................................ 2-10 Leaving Your Vehicle .................................... 2-10 Hatchnrun k ................................................. 2-11 2-14 Power Windows ............................................ 2-15 Sun Visors ................................................... 2-15 Theft-Deterrent Systems .................................. 2-16 Theft-Deterrent System .................................. 2-16 PASS-Key@ .................................................. 2-17 ................ 2-19 New Vehicle Break-in .................................... 2-19 Front Air L- I Y Ignition Positions .......................................... 2-20 Starting Your Engine ...................... 2-2 1

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

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Engine Coolant Heater

(Canada Only) .......................................... 2.23 Automatic Transmission Operation ................... 2.24 Manual Transmission Operation ..................... Parking Brake .............................................. 2.30 Shifting Into Park (P)

(Automatic Transmission) ............................ 2.31

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Shifting Out of Park (P)

(Automatic Transmission) .........

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Parking Your Vehicle

(Manual Transmission) ...................

, .... 2.34 Parking Over Things That Burn ................... 2.34 Engine Exhaust ............................................ 2-35 Running Your Engine While You Are Parked

(Automatic Transmission) ............................ 2.36

Mirrors

........................................................... 2-37 Manual Rearview Mirror ................................ -2-37 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ................ 2-37 Gutside rower iieaieci iviirrurs Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror .................. 2-38 Outside Convex Mirror ............... ............ 2-38

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Storage Areas ...................... Glove Box ......................... Cupholder(s) ...................... Center Console Storage Area Floor Mats ......................... Rear Storage Area .............. Convenience Net ................ Cargo Cover ....................

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Roof Panel ..................................................... 2.43 Removing the Roof Panel .............................. 2-43 Storing the Roof Panel .................................. 2-46 Installing the Roof Panel ................................ 2-47 Convertible Top .............................................. 2-49 Lowering the Convertible Top ......................... 2.50 Raising the Convertible Top ........................... 2-53 Vehicle Personalization ................................... 2-55 Memory ....................................................... 2-55

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Leaving children in a vehicle with the igni, key is dangerous for many reasons. A child or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. Don't leave the keys in a vehicle with children.

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One key is used for the ignition, the driver’s door and all other locks.

When a new vehicle is delivered, the dealer gives the first owner a key and a bar coded tag. Both the key and the tag are attached to a key ring. The paper tag has a code on it that tells your dealer or a qualified locksmith how to make an extra key. Keep the bar-coded tag in a safe place. If you lose your key, you’ll be able to have a new one made easily using this tag. If your key doesn’t have a tag and you need a new ignition key, go to your dealer for the correct key code.

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Notice: Your vehicle has a number of features that can help prevent theft. You can have a lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lock your keys inside. You may even have to damage your vehicle to get in. So be sure you have spare keys. If you ever do get locked out of your vehicle, call Chevrolet Roadside Assistance. See Roadside Assisfance Program on page 7-5 for more information. Remote Keyless Entry System

Your vehicle has a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) system that operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment. If you ever notice a decrease in the remote keyless entry transmitter range, try doing one of the following:

Check the distance. You may be too far from your vehicle. You may need to stand closer during rainy or snowy weather. Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal. Take a few steps to the left or right, hold the transmitter higher, and try again. Check to determine if battery replacement is necessary. See “Battery Replacement’’ under Remote Keyless Entry system Operation on page 2-5. Check to make sure that an electronic device such as ;I cellular phone or lap top computer is not causing interference. If you’re still having trouble, see your dealer or a qualified technician for service.

Remote Keyless Entry System Operation Your vehicle has a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) system that allows you to lock and unlock your doors, unlock your hatchkrunk lid, turn the panic alarm on and off and disarm or arm your theft-deterrent system. The range distance is as much as 100 feet (30 m) away.

Your vehicle comes standard with two transmitters, and up to three can be matched to your vehicle.

See “Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle’’ later in this section.

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Remote Alarm When you press the horn button on the remote keyless entry transmitter, the horn will sound. This panic alarm button will allow you to attract attention, if needed. If the horn alarm sounds, there are three ways to turn it off:

Press the panic alarm button again on the remote keyless entry transmitter. Wait 90 seconds, and the horn will turn off by itself. Turn the key to any position in the ignition, except OFF.

Remote Keyless Entry Settings You can adjust the settings on the system through the Driver Information Center (DIC). You can change the type of alarm used by the theft-deterrent system. See DIC Controls and Displays on page 3-45 for more information.

The driver’s door will unlock when the unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed, or press the unlock button again within five seconds to unlock both doors. Also, by pressing the unlock button, it may automatically disarm your theft-deterrent system, depending on how the theft-deterrent system is programmed. If it’s dark enough outside, your interior lamps will come on. Your memory settings will also be recalled when you press the unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter. See Memory on page 2-55 for more information. The hatchhrunk lid will release when the button with the trunk symbol is pressed, as long as the ignition is turned to OFF. The system has a feature that makes it difficult for you to lock your key in your vehicle. If you leave your key in the ignition and attempt to lock the doors, the vehicle will not lock and a chime will sound to remind you that the key is in the ignition. If the door lock is pressed again, within five seconds, the doors will lock and the keys can be locked in the vehicle. This system can’t guarantee that you will never be locked out of your vehicle. Always remember to take your key with you.

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Transmitter(s) to Your

Matching Vehicle Each remote prevent anothertransmitter from unlocking your vehicle. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased through your dealer. Remember to bring any remaining transmitters with you when you go to your dealer. When the dealer matches the replacement transmitter to your vehicle, any remaining transmitters must also be matched. Once your dealer has coded the new transmitter, the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle. Each vehicle can have a maximum of three transmitters matched to it. To match transmitters to your vehicle:

1. Turn the ignition key to ON. 2. Clear any warning messages on the Driver

Information Center (DIC) by pressing the RESET button.

3. Press the QPT!nNS hlltton on the DIC several

times until the blank page is displayed, then press and hold the RESET button for two seconds.

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When the message FOB TRAINING is displayed, press the RESET button once. The message HOLD LK + UNLK 1ST FOB will be displayed in the DIC. Press and hold the lock and unlock buttons on the first transmitter simultaneously for five seconds. When a transmitter is learned (matched), the DIC will display FOB LEARNED and then prompt you to learn the second transmitter. Repeat Steps 5 and 6 for the third transmitter. Remove the key from the ignition.

7. 8. The Programming mode will shut off if any of following has occurred:

You don’t program any transmitters for two minutes. You take the key out of the ignition You have programmed three transmitters.

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Battery Replacement Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter should last about three years. You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won’t work at the normal range in any location. If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works, it’s probably time to change the battery. Notice: When replacing the battery, use care not to touch any of the circuitry. Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter.

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1 - Insert a coin or similar object into the slot on the back of the transmitter and gently pry apart the front and back.

2. Gently pull the battery out of the transmitter. 3. Put the new battery in the transmitter, positive (+)

side up. Use a battery, type CR2032, or equivalent.

4. Reassemble the transmitter. Make sure to put

it together so water won’t get in.

5. Test the transmitter.

Doors and Locks

Door Locks

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Unlocked . )ors can be dangerous. 0 Passengers - especially children - can

easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle won’t open it. You increase the chance of being thrown 0i;a of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren’t locked. So, wear safety belts properly and lock the doors whenever you drive.

0 Young children who get into unlocked

vehicles may be unable to get out. A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even aeaih from heat stroke. Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it.

e Outsiders can easily enter through an

unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle. Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening.

There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle. To lock or unlock the door from the outside, use your door key on the drivers’s side or the remote keyless entry transmitter. If your theft-deterrent system is armed, unlock the driver’s door with the key or by using the remote keyless entry transmitter to open either door to avoid setting off the alarm. See Theft-Deterrent System on page 2- 16.

To lock the door from the inside, move the lever located 017 the dGGr fer?.,lard. Tc! un!ock it, mo\./e the !ever on the door rearward.

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Power Door Locks

Lockout Protection

If you press the power door lock switch when a door is open and a key is in the ignition, a chime will sound. If the power door lock switch is pressed again within five seconds, the doors will lock.

Leaving Your Vehicle

If you are leaving the vehicle, take your key, open your door and set the locks from inside or with the remote keyless entry transmitter. Then get out and close the door.

Press the power door switch on either door to unlock or lock both doors at once.

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Hatchnrunk

It can be dangerous to drive with the hatch/ trunk lid open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle. You can’t see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. If you must drive with the trunk lid open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the hatchhrunk lid: Make sure all other windows are shut.

Notice: If you put things in the hatchhrunk area, be sure they won’t break the glass when you close it. Never slam the hatch/trunk lid down. You could break the glass or damage the defogger grid. When you close the hatchhrunk lid, make sure you pull down from the center, not the sides. If you pull the hatchhrunk lid down from the side too often, the weatherstrip can be damaged. Notice: Do not store heavy or sharp objects in the rear storage compartments located in the hatchltrunk area. Ilf you do, the objects could damage the underbody.

0 Turn the fan on your heating or cooling

system to its highest speed and select the control setting that will force outside air into your vehicle. See “Climate Controls.”

0 If you have air outlets on or under the

instrument panei, open inem aii ihe way.

See “Engine Exhaust” in the Index.

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Hatchnrun k Lid Release

The remote keyless entry transmitter will also release the hatch/trunk lid. See Remote Keyless Entry System on page 2-4. If your vehicle is equipped with a hatch and you have lost battery power, use the manual release cables to open the hatch. To access the cables, remove the two access panels located in the rear of the trunk area. There is one cable located under each access panel. See Rear Storage Area on page 2-41 for more information.

To use the hatchhunk lid release on vehicles with an automatic transmission, your vehicle must be in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). For manual transmissions, set the parking brake. See Parking Brake on page 2-30. Press the button with the trunk symbol on it, located at the left side of the steering column on the instrument panel, to release the hatch/trunk lid from inside your vehicle.

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Pull each cable straight down for each latch to release the hatch.

If your vehicle is equipped with a convertible top/hardtop and you have lost battery power, use the manual release cable to open the trunk lid. To access the cable, remove the center storage compartment lid located in the rear of the trunk area. See Rear Storage Area

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Emergency Trunk Release Handle (Convertible Only)

Pull the cable straight down to release the trunk lid. If your vehicle is equipped with a convertible top and trunk release handle and you have lost battery power, use the trunk release handle to open the trunk.

Notice: The emergency trunk release handle is not designed to be used to tie down the trunk lid or as an anchor point when securing items in the trunk. Improper use of the emergency trunk reiease handle could damage it. There is a glow-in-the-dark emergency trunk release handle located on the rear wall of the trunk below the latch. This handle will glow following exposure to light. Pu!l the release hartd!e down tc! npen the trunk from the inside.

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Windows

Leaving children in a ve,,,Ae with the windows closed is dangerous. A child can be overcome by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather.

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Power Windows With power windows, switches on the door control each window when present. See “Retained Accessory Power Ignition Positions on page 2-20. Express-Down Window

the ignition is on or when RAP

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Both driver’s and passenger’s window switches have the express-down feature. Tap AUTO and immediately release. The window will lower completely. To stop the express-down feature from lowering the window completely, simply tap the switch again. You can also open the window any amount by pressing and releasing the switch. To close the window, press and hold the up arrow. Sun Visors To block out glare, you can swing down the visors. You can also swing them to the side. Lighted Visor Vanity Mirrors Pull down the sun visor and lift the cover to expose the lighted vanity mirror. When the cover is lifted, the lamps will come on automatically, even if the ignition is off.

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Theft-Deterrent Systems Vehicle theft is big business, expecially in some cities. Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrent features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal. However, there are ways you can help. Theft-Deterrent System Your vehicle is equipped with a theft-deterrent alarm system.

SECURITY

With this system, the SECURITY light will flash as you open the door if your ignition is off. This light reminds you to arm the theft-deterent system.

Arming the System Use one of the two following items listed here to arm the system:

Press the lock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter.

0 Open the door. The SECURITY light should flash.

Lock the door with the power door lock switch. The SECURITY light will stop flashing and stay on. Close the door. The security light should go off.

Now, if a door or the hatchhrunk lid is opened without the key or the remote keyless entry transmitter, the alarm will go off. Your horn will sound for two minutes, then it will go off to save battery power. And, your vehicle won’t start. The theft-deterrent system won’t arm if you lock the driver’s door with a key, the manual door lock, or if you use the power door lock after the doors are closed. If your passenger stays in the vehicle when you leave with the keys, have the passenger lock the vehicle after the doors are closed. This way the alarm won’t arm, and your passenger won’t set it off.

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Testing the Alarm Use the following to test the system: 1. Make sure the hatchhrunk lid is latched. 2. Lower the window on the driver’s door. 3. Manually arm the system. 4. Close the doors and wait 15 seconds. 5. Reach through the open window and manually

unlock the driver’s door.

6. Open the door. The alarm should sound. 7. Turn off the alarm. if the alarm is inoperative, check tu see if the horn works. If not, check the horn fuse. See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5-86. If the horn works, but the alarm doesn’t go off, see your dealer. Disarming the System Always use your key or the remote keyless entry transmitter to unlock a dour. Unlocking a door any other way will set off the alarm. If your alarm sounds, listed below are the ways you can disarm it.

Unlock the driver’s door with your key. Put the key in the ignition.

0 Press the unlock button on the remote keyless

entry transmitter.

PASS-Key@

Your vehicle is equipped with the PASS-Key@ (Personalized Automotive Security System) theft-deterrent system. PASS-Key@ is a passive theft-deterrent system. it works when you insert or remove the key from the ignition.

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PASS-Key@ uses a resistor pellet in the ignition key that matches a decoder in your vehicle. When the PASS-Key@ system senses that someone is using the wrong key, it shuts down the vehicle’s -*--&-“ ala1 L c t starter won’t work and fuel won’t go to the engine. If someone tries to start your vehicle again or uses another key during this time, the shutdown period will start over again. This discourages someone from randomly trying different keys with different resistor pellets in an attempt to make a match.

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The key must be clean and dry before it’s inserted in the ignition or the engine may not start. If the SECURITY light comes on, the key may be dirty or wet. If this happens and the starter won’t work, turn the ignition off. Clean and dry the key, wait three minutes and try again. If the starter still won’t work, wait three minutes and try the other ignition key. At this time, you may also want to check the fuses. See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5-86. If the starter won’t work with the other key, your vehicle needs service. If your vehicle does start, the first ignition key may be faulty. See your dealer or a locksmith who can service the PASS-Key@.

If you accidentally use a key that has a damaged or missing resistor pellet, you will see no SECURITY light. You don’t have to wait three minutes before trying the proper key. If the resistor pellet is damaged or missing, the starter won’t work. Use the other ignition key, and see your dealer or a locksmith who can service the PASS-Key@ tp have a new key made. If the SECURITY light comes on while driving, have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible. If you lose or damage a PASS-Key@ ignition key, see your dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS-Key@ . In an emergency, call Chevrolet Roadside Assistance. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7-5 for more information.

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Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

New 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 guidelines:

Keep your speed at 55 mph (88 km/h) or less for the first 500 miles (805 km). Don’t drive at any one speed - fast or slow - for the first 500 miles (805 km). Don’t make full-throttle starts. Avoid making hard stops for the first 200 miles (322 km) or so. During this time your new brake linings aren’t yet broken in. Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement. Follow this breaking-in --.:Jel:-n n.,Aw., YUlUGlllIG G V G l Y L I I I . ~ y v u bJv&

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Front Air Dam Your vehicle is equipped with a front air dam which has minimal ground clearance for aerodynamics. For this reason, the air dam has a spring-loaded hinge provided and it will retract with road contact. Under normal operation, the air dam will occasionally contact some road surfaces (speed bumps, driveway ramps, etc.). This can be heard inside the vehicle as a scraping noise. This is normal and does not indicate a problem. Use care when approaching bumps or objects on road surfaces and avoid them when possible.

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Ignition Positions

With the key in the ignition switch, you can turn it to four different positions.

OFF: This is the only position from which you can remove the key. If you have an automatic transmission, the ignition switch can’t be turned to OFF unless the shift lever is in PARK (P).

ACC (Accessory): This is the position in which you can operate your electrical accessories.

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If you have a manual transmission removing the key from the ignition switch will lock the loss of ability to steering column and result in a steer the vehicle. This could cause a collision. If you need to turn the engine off while the vehicle is moving, turn the key to ACC.

Notice: If your key seems stuck in OFF and you can’t turn it, be sure you are using the correct key; if so, is it all the way in? Turn the key only with your hand. Using a tool to force it could break the key or the ignition switch. If none of this works, then your vehicle needs service. ON: This is the position to which the switch returns after you start the engine and release the key. The switch stays in ON while the engine is running. But even when the engine is not running, you can use ON to operate your electrical accessories and to display some instrument panel cluster messages and telltales. START: This position starts the engine. When the engine starts, release the key. The ignition switch will return to ON for normal driving.

When the engine is not running, ACC and ON allow you to operate your electrical accessories, such as the radio. A warning tone will sound if you open the driver’s door while the ignition is in OFF or ACC and the key is in the ignition. Retained Accessory Power (RAP) With RAP, your power windows and the audio system will continue to work for up to 15 minutes after the ignition key is turned to OFF and neither door is opened. If a door is opened, the power windows and audio system will shut off. Starting Your Engine This vehicle has a computer system that monitors engine speed, throttle and pedal position, and records the current status. Automatic Transmission Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Your engine won’t start in any other position - that’s a safety feature. To restart when you’re already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. Notice: Don’t try to shift to PARK (P) if your vehicie is moving. if you do, YOU coUid d a ~ a g e the transmission. Shift to PARK (P) only when your vehicle is stopped.

Manual Transmission The gear selector should be in NEUTRAL and the parking brake engaged. Hold the clutch pedal to the floor and start the engine. Your vehicle won’t start if the clutch pedal is not all the way down - that’s a safety feature. 1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition key to START. When the engine starts, let go of the key. The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm.

Notice: Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner. And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor. Wait about 15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining your battery or damaging your starter. 2. If it doesn’t start within 10 seconds, push the

accelerator pedal all the way to the floor, while you hold the ignition key in START. When the engine starts. let uo of the key and let up on the accelerator pedal. Wait about 15 seconds between each try.

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When starting your engine in very cold weather (below 0°F or -18”C), do this: 1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the

ignition key to START and hold it there up to 15 seconds. When the engine starts, let go of the key.

2. If your engine still won’t start (or starts but then

stops), it could be flooded with too much gasoline. Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in START for about three seconds. When the engine starts, let go of the key and accelerator. If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again, do the same thing, but this time keep the pedal down for five or six seconds. This clears the extra gasoline from the engine.

Notice: Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle. If you add electrical parts or accessories, you could change the way the engine operates. Before adding electrical equipment, check with your dealer. If you don’t, your engine might not perform properly.

Starter Interlock Feature For your convenience and to avoid damage to your starter, your vehicle is equipped with a starter interlock feature. This feature will not allow you to crank the engine while the vehicle is already running. Racing or Other Competitive Driving See your Warranty Book before using your vehicle for racing or other competitive driving. Notice: If you use your vehicle for racing or other competitive driving, your engine may use more oil than it would with normal use. Low oil levels can damage the engine. Be sure to check the oil level often during racing or other competitive driving and keep the level at or near 1 quart (1 L) above the upper mark that shows the proper operating range on the engine oil dipstick. For information on how to add oil, see “Engine Oil” in the Index. After the competitive driving, remove excess oil so that the level on the dipstick is not above the upper mark that shows the proper operating range.

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Engine Coolant Heater (Canada Only)

To Use The Engine Coolant Heater 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. The electrical cord is attached to the generator bracket assembly, between the generator and the windshield washer fluid tank. With the headlamps closed, route the cord in the opening between the headlamp door and the fender panel on the driver’s side of the vehicle. Do not pinch the cord when closing the hood.

3. P * g it into a normal, grounded 1 I P J o l t AC outlet.

The engine coolant heater is located on the driver’s side of the engine under the manifold. In very cold weather, 0°F (-18°C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You’ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle. At temperatures above 32°F (OOC), use of the coolant heater is not required.

Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock. Also, the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a tire. You couia be seriousiy injured. Plug the cord into a properly grounded three-prong 11 0-volt AC outlet. If the cord won’t reach, use a heavy-duty three-prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps.

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Automatic Transmission Operation

4. Before starting the engine, be sure to unplug and

store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts. If you don’t it could be damaged.

How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in? The answer depends on the outside temperature, the kind of oil you have, and some other things. Instead of trying to list everything here, we ask that you contact your dealer in the area where you’ll be parking your vehicle. The dealer can give you the best advice for that particular area.

There are several different positions for your shift lever.

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

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: is lngerous to shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. Don’t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle won’t move, even when you’re on fairly level ground, always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK (P). See “Shifting into Park (P)” in the Index.

Be sure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) before starting the engine. Your vehicle has an automatic iransmissivrr siliii i& ~ u ~ - l i ~ . ” i

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You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition key is in ON. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever - push the shift lever all the way into PARK (P) and release the shift lever button as you maintain brake application. Then press the shift lever button and move the shift lever into the gear you wish. If you do not apply the brake after 15 seconds once the ignition is turned on, you will receive a PRESS BRAKE BEFORE SHIFT message in the Driver Information Center (DIC). See Shifting Out of Park (P) (Automatic Transmission) on page 2-33.

REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up. Notice: Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is moving forward could damage your transmission. Shift to REVERSE (R) only after your vehicle is stopped. To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow, ice or sand without damaging your transmission, see If You Are Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow on page 4-32.

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NEUTRAL (N): In this position, your engine doesn’t connect with the wheels. To restart when you’re already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. Also, use NE1 JTRAL (N) when your vehicle is being towed.

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le your enc_ e is Sh ng into a driv “racing” (running at high speed) is dangerous. Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal, your vehicle could move very rapidly. You could lose control and hit people or objects. Don’t shift into a drive gear while your engine

Notice: Damage to your transmission caused by shifting out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) with the engine racing isn’t covered by your warranty AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (@ ): This position is for normal driving. THIRD (3): This position is also used for normal driving, however, it offers more power and lower fuel economy than AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (@ ).

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Here are some times you might choose THIRD (3) instead of AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE

(a):

When driving on hilly, winding roads.

0 When going down a steep hill. SECOND (2): This position gives you more power but lower fuel economy. You can use SECOND (2) on hills. It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads, but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on. If you manually select SECOND (2) when you start the vehicle, the transmission will drive (and stay) in second gear. You may use this feature for reducing torque to the rear wheels when you are trying to start your vehicle from a stop on slippery road surfaces, or for preventing the transmission from downshifting into FIRST (1) in situations where a downshift would be undesirable. FIRST (1): This position gives you even more power (but lower fuel economy) than SECOND (2). You can use it on very steep hills, in deep snow or mud. If the selector lever is put in FIRST (i), the transmission won’t shift into first gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough.

Nofice: If your rear wheels won’t turn, don’t try to drive. This might happen if you were stuck in very deep sand or mud or were up against a solid object. You could damage your transmission. Also, if you stop when going uphill, don’t hold your vehicle there with only the accelerator pedal. This could overheat and damage the transmission. Use your brakes or shift into PARK (P) to hold your vehicle in position on a hill. Maximum engine speed is limited to protect driveline components from improper operation. Manual Transmission Operation

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This is the shift pattern for the six-speed manual transmission.

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Here is how to operate your transmission:

FIRST (1): Press the clutch pedal and shift into FIRST (1). Then slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. You can shift into FIRST (1) when you’re going less than 40 mph (64 km/h). If you come to a complete stop and it’s hard to shift into FIRST (1)’ put the shift lever in NEUTRAL and let up on the clutch. Press the clutch pedal back down. Then shift into FIRST (1). SECOND (2): Press the clutch pedal as you let up on the accelerator pedal and shift into SECOND (2). Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. THIRD (3), FOURTH (4), FIFTH (5) and SIXTH (6): Shift into THIRD (3), FOURTH (4)’ FIFTH (5) and SIXTH (6) the same way you do for SECOND (2). Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. Tz sk?, !et ~p E? the =icce!er?fnr n w b l 2nd press the brake pedal. Just before the vehicie stops, the clutch pedal and the brake pedal, and NEUTRAL.

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NEUTRAL: Use this position when you start or idle your engine. Your shift lever is in NEUTRAL when it is centered in the shift pattern, not in any gear.

REVERSE (R): To back up, press down the clutch pedal and shift into REVERSE (R). Just apply pressure to get the lever past FIFTH (5) and SIXTH (6) into REVERSE (R). Let up on the clutch pedal slowly while pressing the accelerator pedal. Your six-speed manual transmission has a feature that allows you to safely shift into REVERSE (R) while the vehicle is rolling (at less than 3 mph (5 km/h)). You will be locked out if you try to shift into REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is moving faster than 3 mph (5 km/h). If you have turned your ignition off and wish to park your vehicle in REVERSE (R), you will have to move the shift lever quickly to the right, and immediately forward into gear.

Shift Speeds (V-nual Trans-'-s(C--)

- - YOU s .) a gear when you downshift, YOU could lose control of your vehicle. YOU could injure yourself or others. Don't shift down more than one gear at a time when YOU downshift.

This chart shows when to shift to the next higher gear for the best fuel economy.

Manual Transmission Recommended

Shift Speeds in mph (km/h)

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If your engine speed drops below 900 rpm, or if the engine is not running smoothly, you should downshift to the next lower gear. You may have to downshift two or more gears to keep the engine running smoothly or for good engine performance. Notice: When you are shifting gears, don't move the gearshift lever around needlessly. This can damage parts of the transmission and may require costly repair. Shift directly into the next appropriate gear. One to Four Shift Light (Manual Transmission)

1 T O 4 SHIFT

When this light comes on, you can only shift from FIRST (1) to FOURTH (4) instead of FIRST (1) to SECOND (2).

After shifting to FOURTH (4), you may downshift to a lower gear if you prefer. Notice: Do not try to force the shift lever into SECOND (2) or THIRD (3) when the 1 TO 4 SHIFT light comes on. Do not try to re-engage FIRST (1) after starting to shift into FOURTH (4). You will damage your transmission. Shift only from FIRST (1) to FOURTH (4) when the light comes on. This light will come on when: e The engine coolant temperature is higher than

169°F (76"C),

e you are going 15 to 19 mph (24 to 31 km/h) and

you are 21 percent throttle or less.

Downshifting (Manual Transmission) If your vehicle is a coupe or convertible, do not downshift into the gear shown below at a speed greater than shown in the table:

You must complete the shift into FOURTH (4) to turn off this feature. This helps you get the best possible fuel economy.

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If your vehicle is a Z06, do not downshift into a gear shown below at a speed greater than shown in the table:

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Notice: If you skip more than one gear when you downshift, or if you race the engine when you release the clutch pedal while downshifting, you could damage the engine, clutch, driveshaft or the transmission. The six-speed transmission has a spring that centers the gearshift lever near THIRD (3) and FOURTH (4). This spring helps you know which gear you are in when you are shifting. Be careful when shifting from FIRST (1) to SECOND (2) or downshifting from SIXTH (6) to FIFTH (5). The spring will try to pull the gearshift lever toward FOURTH (4) and THIRD (3). Make sure you move the lever into SECOND (2) or FIFTH (5). If you let the gearshift lever move in the direction of the pulling, you may end up shifting from FIRST (1) to FOURTH (4) or from SIXTH (6) to THIRD (3).

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To set the parking brake, hold the brake pedal down. Pull the parking brake lever up. If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on.

Shifting Into Park (P) I ’ a ’ - ~ - - atic T---nsmissior’

It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle won’t move, even wheri you’re on fairly level ground, use the steps that follow.

1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and

set the parking brake.

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To release the parking brake, hold the brake pedal down. Then push the release button in as you move the parking brake lever all the way down. Notice: Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat. You may have to replace them, and you couia aiso damage other parts of your vehicle. Make sure the brake warning light is not on before driving.

Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running (Automatic Transmission)

us to leave your vehicle with

It can be dange the engine running. Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. And, if you leave the vehicle with the engine running, it could overheat and even catch fire. You or others could be injured. Don’t leave your vehicle with the engine running.

If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running, be sure your vehicle is in PARK (P) and your parking brake is firmly set before you leave it. After you’ve moved the shift lever into PARK (P), hold down the regular brake pedal. See if you can move the shift lever away from PARK (P) without first pulling it toward you. If you can, it means that the shift lever wasn’t fully locked into PARK (P).

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Move the shift lever into PARK (P) by holding in the button on the lever and pushing the lever all the way toward the front of the vehicle. Turn the ignition key to OFF. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can remove the key from the ignition, the vehicle is in PARK (P).

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Torque Lock (Automatic Transmission) If you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your transmission into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transmission. You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK (P). This is called “torque lock.” To prevent torque lock, set the parking brake and then shift into PARK (P) properly before you leave the driver’s seat. To find out how, see ‘Shifting Into PARK (P)” listed previously in this section. When 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 have another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the pressure from the parking pawl in the transmission, so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK (P).

Shifting Out of Park (P) (Automatic Transmission) Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system. You have to fully apply your regular brake before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition is in ON. See Automatic Transmission Operation on page 2-24. As a reminder, you will see a message in the Driver Information Center (DIC) that will say PRESS BRAKE BEFORE SHIFT within 15 seconds unless the brake is pressed. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever - push the shift lever all the way into PARK (P) and release the shift lever button as you maintain brake application. Then press the shift lever button and move the shift lever into the gear you wish.

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If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can’t shift out of PARK (P), try this: 1. Turn the key to ACC. 2. Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 4. 3. Shift to NEUTRAL 4. Start the engine and then shift to the drive gear

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you want.

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5. Have your vehicle inspected by your dealer as soon

as possible.

Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transmission) Before you get out of your vehicle, move the shift lever into REVERSE (R) and firmly apply the parking brake. Once the shift lever has been placed into REVERSE (R) with the clutch pedal pressed in, you can turn the ignition key to OFF, remove the key and release the clutch.

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Things --]at can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Don’t park over papers, leaves, dry grass or other things that can burn.

Engine Exhaust

Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaust coming in if:

0 Your exhaust system sounds strange or * Your vehicle gets rusty underneath.

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Your vehicle was damaged in a collision.

CAUTION:

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0 Your vehicle was daI..-ged when driving

over high points on the road or over road debris.

0 Repairs weren’t done correctly. 0 Your vehicle or exhaust system had been

modified improperly.

If you ever suspect exhaust is coming into your vehicle:

Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO; and Have your vehicle fixed immediately.

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Running Your Engine While You Are Parked (Automatic Transmission)

It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know.

Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle. See the earlier Caution under “Engine Exhaust.” Also, idling in a closed-in place can let deadly carbon monoxide (CO) into your vehicle even if the fan is at the highest setting. One place this can happen is a garage. Exhaust - with CO - can come in easily. NEVER park in a garage with the engine running. Another closed-in place can be a blizzard. See “Winter Driving” in the Index.

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It can be dangerous to get if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. Don’t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you’ve left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle won’t move, even when you’re on fairly level ground, always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK (P).

Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle won’t move. See Shifting Into Park (P) (Automatic Transmission) on page 2-31.

Mirrors

Manual Rearview Mirror An inside rearview mirror is attached above the windshield. The mirror pivots so that you can adjust it. You can adjust the mirror for day or night driving. Pull the tab for night driving to reduce glare. Push the tab forward for daytime driving. Automatic Bimming Rearview Mirror Your vehicle may have an automatic dimming rearview mirror with map lamps. This mirror automatically changes to reduce glare from headlamps behind you. A time delay feature prevents rapid changing from the day to night positions while driving under lights and through traffic.

The mirror includes two map lamps and an automatic dimming function. There is also an interior console flood lamp located underneath the rearview mirror which remains on at all times. 10 (On/Off): The automatic dimming feature is turned on or off by pressing this button located on the lower part of the mirror. Press and hold the button for up to three seconds to turn this feature on or off. . - .. vvnen cieaning ihe mirror, use a paper iuwei WI Sii-liidi material dampened with glass cleaner. Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror housing.

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Outside Power Heated Mirrors

The power mirror control is on the driver’s door. It controls the driver’s and passenger’s mirrors. To adjust either mirror, press the LT (left) or RT (right) button to select the mirror, then press the arrows to adjust the direction of the mirror. The mirror will stay selected for 20 seconds after the last adjustment. An indicator light will come on above the mirror that you select. Your preferred mirror position can be stored if you have the memory option. See Memory on page 2-55. For operation of the heated outside mirrors, see Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 3-22. 2-38

Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror If your vehicle has this feature, the driver’s side outside mirror will adjust for the glare of headlamps behind you. This feature is controlled by the on and off setting on the inside mirror. See Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror on page 2-37. Outside Convex Mirror Your passenger’s side mirror is convex. A convex mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver’s seat.

A convex mirror can ---ake tt .Lgs (like other vehicles) look farther away than they really are. If you cut too sharply into the right lane, you could hit a vehicle on your right. Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes.

Storage Areas

Center Console Storage Area

Glove Box To open the glove box, lift up on the lever. Use your door key to lock or unlock it. The glove box has a light inside. Cupholder(s) The cupholder is located on the center console in front of the ashtray. To open it, place your thumb on the left side of the lid and push down. Raise the right side \Nifh yn- VU1 ;nPJ-.,

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To use this storage area, pull up the lid on the driver’s side front edge of the console and swing it to the passenger’s side. You can use the key to lock and unlock the console. Don’t leave the key in the lock, or it could be damaged when the driver sits down. The fuel filler door release button and accessory power outlet are located inside the center console.

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Floor Mats If your vehicle has floor mats, they are specially designed to remain in position under your feet and out of reach of the accelerator pedal. The driver’s side floor mat is held in place by two locator hooks and the passenger’s side is held in place by one. Be sure that the driver’s side floor mat is properly placed on the floor so that it does not block the movement of the accelerator pedal.

How to Remove and Replace the Floor Mats

To remove the floor mats, pull up on the rear of the mat to disconnect from the locator hooks.

To reinstall the floor mats, line up the openings in the floor mat over the locator hooks and push down into place.

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Rear Storage Area

There are three rear storage compartments in the floor of the rear hatchhrunk area.

If you have a coupe or convertible model, your vehicle will be equipped with three storage compartment lids. If you have a Z06, your vehicle’s three storage compartments will not have lids.

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To access a storage compartment, pull up on the IdlL! I 1U IeledS-5 L I IC IIU. n c l compartment lid. When replacing a storage compartment lid, make sure the latch is in the correct location so the latch locks securely into place.

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Notice: If your vehicle is equipped with the optional trunk-mounted CD changer, it is stored in the center rear storage compartment. To help avoid damage to the compact disc player, do not store items such as liquids or sharp objects that could damage, puncture or cut the trunk-mounted CD changer or wiring.

Notice: Do not store heavy or sharp objects in the rear storage compartments located in the hatch/trunk area. If you do, the objects could damage the underbody.

Convenience Net

If your vehicle has this feature you will see it on the back wall of the rear area of the vehicle. Put small loads, like grocery bags, in the net. It can help keep them from falling over during sharp turns or quick starts and stops. The convenience net is not for larger, heavier loads.

YOU can unhook the net and place it in one of the rear storage compartments when you are not using it. On coupe models only, a vinyl storage bag has also been provided.

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Cargo Cover If your vehicle has this feature, the security shade can provide hidden storage in the rear area of the vehicle. The shade is also helpful in blocking the glare from the removable roof when it is stored in the rear compartment. Using the Cargo Cover

1. Hook the elastic loops on the front corners (A) of the shade to the T-nuts located on the front corners of the rear hatch frame.

2. Hook the elastic loops on the rear corners (B) of the

shade to the hooks recessed inside the rear hatch frame, near the rear corners.

Roof Panel Your vehicle may have a removable roof panel.

Remov9g tt- Roof Parnl

1. Park on a level surface, set the parking brake firmly and shift an automatic transmission into PARK (P). Shift a manual transmission into REVERSE (R).

2. Turn the ignition key to OFF. Lower both sun visors

and turn them toward the door glass.

3. Open the rear hatch and remove any items that may

interfere with proper storage of the roof panel.

Don’t try to remove a roof panel while the vehicle is moving. Trying to remove the roof panel while the vehicle is moving could cause an accident. The panel could fall into the vehicle and cause you to lose control, or it could fly off and strike another vehicle. You or others could be injured. Remove the roof pane only when the vehicle is parked.

Until you are sure you can remove the panel alone, have someone help you.

Notice: To avoid damage to the roof panel, paint and weatherstripping, do not drop or rest it on its edges, Place the roof panel in the egg-shaped stowage receivers after removing it from the vehicle.

4. Make sure to install the two egg-shaped stowage

receivers into the floor of the rear storage compartment. Secure both receivers into their proper positions by turning them counterclockwise.

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5. Lower the windows and open the doors.

There are two latches on the front of the roof panel near each door (A), and one rear latch (B).

6. To unlock the front of the roof panel, pull down

each of the front handles. Grasp the handles with your fingers and pull each toward you. Complete a 180" turn toward the center of the vehicle. Then push up on each of the handles.

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7. To unlock the rear of the roof panel, press the latch

release button with your thumb and pull down the latch lever with your fingers.

8. After releasing the latches, return the sun visors to

the forward position.

9. Stand on one side of the vehicle and, if necessary, have your helper stand on the other side. Together, carefully lift the front edge of the panel up and forward, and out of the vehicle opening.

10. When the panel is loosened from the vehicle, one person should grasp the root panel as ciose to the center of the vehicle as possible and lift away the panel.

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Storing the Roof Panel

If a roof panel is not stored properly, it could be thrown about the vehicle in a crash or sudden maneuver. People in the vehicle could be injured. Whenever you store a roof panel in the vehicle, always be sure that it is stored securely in the proper location.

Notice: To avoid damage to the roof panel, paint and weatherstripping, do not drop or rest it on its edges. Place the roof panel in the egg-shaped stowage receivers after removing it from the vehicle.

1. Turn the roof panel so that the rear edge of the

panel is facing the storage area. The locating pins (at the rear of the panel) should point toward the egg-shaped stowage receivers on the floor of the center compartment.

2. Push the panel forward until the pins bottom out in

the receivers.

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3. There are two spring-loaded storage pins on the rear wall of the storage compartment (A). These storage pins go into the slots on each side of the roof panel (B).

An improperly attached roof panel may fall into or fly off the vehicle. You or others could be injured. After installing the roof panel, always check that it is firmly attached by pushing up on the underside of the panel. Check now and then to be sure the roof panel is firmly in place.

4. Gently lower the roof panel onto the carpeted

ledge. Then, pull each release rearward and upward to place the storage pins into the holes of the roof panel.

5. Gently lift and lower the roof panel to be sure it is

locked into place.

Notice: To avoid damage to the roof panel, paint and weatherstripping, do not drop or rest it on its edges. Place the roof panel in the egg-shaped stowage receivers after removing it from the vehicle. 1. Check to be sure that the front handles and rear latch on the ceiling are in their oPened Positions before attempting to install the roof panel.

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Position the rear edge of the roof panel to the weatherstrip on the back of the roof opening (A). Then align the pins at the rear of the roof panel weatherstrip with the receiving cup in the body weatherstrip (B). Gently lower the front edge of the roof panel to the front of the body opening (C). Turn the front handles toward the side doors to the closed position. Hook the rear latch by pushing the lever up to the locked position. Grasp and tug the roof panel up and down and side-to-side to make sure the roof panel is securely installed.

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If the roof panel is stored in the rear area, grasp it with your right hand at the middle edge near the seatbacks, and with your left hand at the middle of the edge closest to you. Reverse the steps described previously under Storing the Roof Panel on page 2-46. Remove the roof panel from the storage compartment. In most cases, it is easier to install the removable roof with two people rather than one. Place the roof panel over the vehicle.

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When lowering and raising the convertible top, you will use the following:

Convertible Top If your vehicle has this feature, the following procedures explain the proper operation of the convertible top. Notice: Certain automatic car washes may cause damage to the vehicle. The top fabric can be damaged by top cleaning brushes. For care and cleaning of the convertible top, see "Cleaning Your Convertible Top" under Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle on page 5-78.

A. Front Edge of the Convertible Top B. Rear Edge of the Convertible Top C. Storaqe Compartment Lid

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Lowering the Convertible Top Notice: Don’t leave the convertible out with the top down for any long periods of time. The sun and rain can damage the seat material and other things inside the vehicle. 1. Set the parking brake firmly. Shift an automatic

transmission into PARK (P). Shift a manual transmission into REVERSE (R).

2. Turn the ignition key to OFF. Lower both sun visors

and turn them toward the door glass.

Notice: Before lowering the convertible top into the storage area, be sure there are no objects in the way of the folded, stored top. The weight of a stored top on items in the storage area may cause the convertible top back glass to break.

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3. Unlock the front of the convertible top by lowering the latch handles and turning them inward. Push the latch handles back to the up position.

4. Lift upward on the front edge (A) of the convertible top off of the windshield frame. Then lift upward on the rear edge (B) of the convertible top to be vertical off the storage compartment lid (C). The front edge (A) and rear edge (B) should be straight L!p 3.!?cl down

5. Tilt the driver's seatback forward and press the storage compartment release button located on the underside of the storage compartment lid (C) behind the driver's seat. Then raise the storage compartment lid (C). While attempting to raise the lid, if the lid does not release and you hear three chimes, check to make sure the trunk lid is closed. Also, the lid will not release if the alarm is turned on or the trunk lid is open. After pressing the release button, the driver's and passenger's door glass should retract to the full-down position.

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