1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Owners Manual

dealer will order you an extender. It’s free. When you go in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear, so the extender will be long enough for you. The extender will be just for you, and just for the seat in your vehicle that you choose. Don’t let someone else use it, and use it only for the seat it is made to fit. To wear it, just attach it to the regular safety belt.

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Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then, make sure all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors, anchorages and reminder systems are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged restraint system parts. If you see anything that might keep a restraint system from doing its job, have it repaired. Torn or frayed 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.

Replacing Seat and Restraint System Parts After a Crash 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 belts. 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 if the belt wasn’t being used at the time of the collision.

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0 Section 2 Features and Controls .

Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your Chevrolet, and information on starting, shifting and braking. Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly -- and what to do if you have a problem. Keys

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The ignition keys are for the ignition only.

The door keys are for the doors and all other locks.

The ignition keys don’t have plugs. Your Chevrolet dealer or Roadside Assistance has the code for your keys. Each plug has a code on it that tells your dealer or a qualified locksmith how to make extra door keys. Keep the plugs in a safe place. If you lose your door keys, youlll be able to have new ones made easily using these plugs. If you need a new ignition key, contact your Chevrolet dealer who can obtain the correct key code, or, in an emergency, call Chevrolet Roadside Assistance at 1-800-CHEV USA (1-800-243-8872).

NOTICE: Your Chevrolet has a number of new features that can help prevent theft. But you can have 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.extra keys.

When a new Chevrolet is delivered, the dealer removes the plugs from the door keys and gives them to the first owner.

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Door Locks

There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle.

From the outside, use your door key or Remote Lock Control, if your vehicle has this option.

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Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving the vehicle, take your keys, open your door and set the locks from inside. Then get out and close the door. Remote Lock Control (Option) If your Chevrolet has this option, you can lock and unlock your doors or unlock your trunk from up to 30 feet (9 m) away using the key chain transmitter supplied with your vehicle. Your Remote Lock Control operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules. 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.

From the inside, push the lever to lock the door. To unlock, pull the lever. Power Door Locks Press the power door lock switch to lock or unlock all doors.

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Operation

Should interference to this system occur, try this: 0 Check to determine if battery replacement is necessary.

See the instructions on battery replacement.

0 Check the distance. You may be too far from your

vehicle. This product has a maximum range. Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal. See your Chevrolet dealer or a qualified technician for service.

Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment.

Press UNLOCK once to unlock the driver’s door. Press UNLOCK again within five seconds to unlock the passenger’s door, too. The interior lamps will come on (see “Sustained Interior Illumination’’ in the Index for more details).

To lock both doors, press DOOR. To unlock the trunk, press the trunk symbol on the transmitter. The trunk will only unlock if your transaxle is in PARK (P) and your ignition is in LOCK, OFF or ACC.

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Matching Transmitter(s) To Your Vehicle Each key chain transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter 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, the remaining transmitters must also be matched. Once the new transmitter is coded, the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle. You can match a transmitter to as many different vehicles as you own, provided they are equipped with exactly the same model system. (General Motors offers several different models of these systems on their vehicles.) Each vehicle can have only two transmitters matched to it. See your dealer to match transmitters to another vehicle. Battery Replacement Under normal use, the batteries in your key chain transmitter should last about two years. You can tell the batteries are 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 batteries.

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

2. Gently pry the batteries out of the transmitter. 3. Put the new batteries into the transmitter as shown

on the transmitter. Use Duracell@ batteries, type DL20 16, or equivalent.

4. Put the two halves back together. Make sure the halves are together tightly so water won’t get in.

5. Test the transmitter.

Trunk Lock

To unlock the trunk from the outside, insert the door key and turn it. You can also use the Remote Lock Control, if your vehicle has

Remember that your trunk can be opened at any time using this lock release. Be sure to lock your doors.

Remote Trunk Release (Option)

Press the button under the instrument panel on the driver’s side. Your transaxle shift lever must

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Glove Box

Use the door key to lock and unlock the glove box. To open, lift the latch. Theft Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your Chevrolet 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. Key in the Ignition If you walk away from your vehicle with the keys inside, it’s an easy target for joy riders or professional thieves -- so don’t do it. 2-8

When you park your Chevrolet and open the driver’s door, you’ll hear a chime reminding you to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you. Always do this. Your steering wheel will be locked, and so will your ignition and transaxle. And remember to lock the doors. Parking at Night Park in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock your vehicle. Remember to keep your valuables out of sight. Put them in a storage area, or take them with you. Parking Lots If you park in a lot wheresomeone will be watching your vehicle, it’s best to lock it up and take your keys. But what if you have to leave your ignition key? What if you have to leave something valuable in your vehicle? 0 Put your valuables in a storage area, like your trunk

or glove box.

0 Lock the glove box. 0 Lock all the doors except the driver’s. 0 Then take the door key with you.

PASS-Key@II Your vehicle is equipped with the PASS-Key@II (Personalized Automotive Security System) theft deterrent system. PASS-Key’II is a passive theft deterrent system. This means you don’t have to do anything different to arm or disarm the system. It works when you insert or remove the key from the ignition. PASS-Key@II uses a resistor pellet in the ignition key that matches a decoder in your vehicle. When the PASS-Key@II system senses that someone is using the wrong key, it shuts down the vehicle’s starter and fuel systems. For about three minutes, the 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 vehicle will not start. This discourages someone from randomly trying different keys with different resistor pellets in an attempt to make a match. The ignition key must be clean and dry before it’s inserted in the ignition or the engine may not start. If the engine does not start and the SECURITY light is on, the key may be dirty or wet. Turn the ignition off. Clean and dry the key. Wait about three minutes and try again. The SECURITY light may remain on during this time. If the starter still won’t work, and the key appears

to be clean and dry, wait about three minutes and try another ignition key. At this time, you may also want to check the fuses (see “Fuses and Circuit Breakers” in the Index). 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 Chevrolet dealer or a locksmith who can service the PASS-Key@II. If you accidentally use a key that has a damaged or missing resistor pellet, the starter won’t work, and the SECURITY light will come on. But you don’t have to wait three minutes before trying another ignition key. See your Chevrolet dealer or a locksmith who can service the PASS-Key@II to have a new key made. If you’re ever driving and the SECURITY light comes on and stays on, you will be able to restart your engine if you turn it off. Your PASS-Key@II system, however, is not working properly and must be serviced by your Chevrolet dealer. Your vehicle is not protected by the PASS-Key@II system. If you lose or damage a PASS-Key% see your Chevrolet dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS-Key@II to have a new key made. In an emergency, call the Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Program at 1 -800-CHEV USA (1 -800-243-8872).

ignition key,

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New Vehicle “Break-In”

Ignition Switch

NOTICE: Your modern Chevrolet doesn’t need an elaborate “break-in.” But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines:

Don’t drive at any one speed -- fast or slow -- for the first 500 miles (804 km). Don’t make full-throttle starts.

0 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” guideline every time you get new brake linings. Don’t tow a trailer during “break-in.” See “Towing a Trailer” in the Index for more information.

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With the ignition key in the ignition switch, you can turn the switch to five positions: ACC (A): This position lets you use things like the radio and windshield wipers when the engine is off. To use ACC, push in the key and turn it toward you. Your steering wheel will stay locked. LOCK (B): Before you put the key into the ignition switch, the switch is in LOCK. It’s also the only position in which you can remove your key. This position locks your ignition, steering wheel and transaxle. It’s a theft-deterrent feature.

Starting Your Engine 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 Chevrolet is moving. If you do, you could damage the transaxle. Shift to PARK (P) only when your vehicle is stopped.

OFF (C): This position lets you turn off the engine but still turn the steering wheel. It doesn’t lock the steering wheel like LOCK. Use OFF if you must have your vehicle pushed or towed. RUN (D): This position is where the key returns after you start your vehicle. With the engine off, you can use RUN to display some of your warning and indicator lights. START (E): This position starts your engine. A warning chime will sound if you open the driver’s door when the ignition is in OFF, LOCK or ACC and the key is in the ignition.

I NOTICE:

If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can’t turn it, be sure it is all the way in. If it is, then turn the steering wheel left and right while you turn the key hard. But 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.

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To start your engine: 1. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your

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 mART 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.

2. If your engine 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. 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.

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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 fuel injection system operates. Before adding electrical equipment, check with your dealer. If you don’t, your engine might not perform properly. If you ever have to have your vehicle towed, see the part of this manual that tells how to do it without damaging your vehicle. See “Towing Your Vehicle” in the Index.

Driving Through Deep Standing Water

NOTICE: If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water, water can come in through your engine’s air intake and badly damage your engine. Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle. If you can’t avoid deep puddles or standing water, drive through them very slowly.

Engine Coolant Heater (Option) 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. To use the coolant heater: 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. 3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 11 O-volt outlet.

NOTICE: After you've used the coolant heater, be sure to 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 weather, the kind of oil you have, and some other things. Instead of trying to list everything here, we ask that you contact your Chevrolet dealer in the area where you'll be parking your vehicle. The dealer can give you the best advice for that particular area.

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Automatic Transaxle

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

Your automatic transaxle may have a shift lever on the steering column or on the console between the seats. Maximum engine speed is limited on automatic transaxle vehicles, when you’re in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N), to protect driveline components from improper operation. There are several different positions for your shift lever.

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Make sure the shift lever is fully into PARK (P) range before starting the engine. Your Chevrolet has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. You must fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition is in RUN. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever by pushing it all the way into PARK (P) while keeping the brake pedal pushed down. Release the shift lever button if you have a console shift. Then move the shift lever out of PARK (P), being sure to press the shift lever button if you have a console shift. See “Shifting Out of PARK (P)” in the Index. REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up.

NOTICE: Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is moving forward could damage your transaxle. 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 transaxle, see “Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow” in the Index.

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 NEUTRAL (N) when your vehicle is being towed.

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

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DRIVE (D): DRIVE (D) is like OVERDRIVE (@), but you never go into overdrive. Here are some times you might choose DRIVE (D) instead of OVERDRIVE (@): 0 When driving on hilly, winding roads.

When towing a trailer, so there is less shifting between gears. When going down a steep hill.

OVERDRIVE (GO): This position is for normal driving. If you need more power for passing, and you’re: Going less than 35 mph (55 km/h), push your accelerator pedal about halfway down. Going about 35 mph (55 km/h) or more, push the accelerator pedal all the way down. You’ll shift down to the next gear and have more power.

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you go faster,

If your vehicle seems to start up rather slowly, or if it seems not to shift gears as something may be wrong with a transaxle system sensor. If you drive very far that way, your vehicle can be damaged. So, if this happens, have your vehicle serviced right away. Until then, you can use SECOND (2) when you are driving less than 35 mph (55 km/h) and OVERDRIVE (GB) for higher speeds.

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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.

FIRST (1): This position gives you even more power (but lower fuel economy) than SECOND (2). You can use it on very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud. If the shift lever is put in FIRST (I), the transaxle won’t shift into first gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough.

NOTICE: Don’t drive in SECOND (2) for more than 5 miles (8 km), or at speeds over 55 mph (88 lun/h), or you can damage your transaxle. Use DRIVE (D) or OVERDRIVE (a) as much as possible. Don’t shift into SECOND (2) unless you are going slower than 65 mph (105 km/h), or you can damage your engine.

NOTICE: If your front wheels can’t rotate, don’t try to drive. This might happen if you were stuck in a solid very deep sand or mud or were up against object. You could damage your transaxle. Also, if you stop when going uphill, don’t hold your vehicle there with only the accelerator pedal. This could overheat and damage the (P) transaxle. Use your brakes or shift into PARK to hold your vehicle in position on a hill.

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Parking Brake The parking brake uses the brakes on the rear wheels.

To set the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot. Push down the parking brake pedal with your left foot.

I NOTICE:

Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat. You may have to replace them, and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle.

If you are towing a trailer and are parking on any hill, see “Towing a Trailer” in the Index. That section shows what to do first to keep the trailer from moving. Shifting Into PARK (P)

To release the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot and push the parking brake pedal with your left foot. When you lift your left foot, the parking brake pedal will follow it to the released position.

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

set the parking brake.

2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) position like

this:

0 Pull the lever toward

you.

0 Move the lever up as far

as it will go.

3. Move the ignition key to LOCK. 4. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can

walk away from your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand, your vehicle is in PARK (P).

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

set the parking brake.

2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) position like

this:

Hold in the button on the lever, and push the lever all the way toward the front of your vehicle.

3. Move the ignition key to LOCK. 4. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can

walk away from your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand, your vehicle is in PARK (P).

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Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running

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

Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your transaxle into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transaxle. 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)” in the Index. 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 transaxle, so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK (P).

Shifting Out of PARK (P) Your Chevrolet has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. You must fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition is in RUN. See “Automatic Transaxle” in the Index. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever by pushing it all the way into PARK (P) while keeping the brake pedal pushed down. Release the shift lever button if you have a console shift. Then move the shift lever out of PARK (P), being sure to press the shift lever button if you have a console shift. If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can’t shift out of PARK (P), try this: 1. Turn the key to OFF. 2. Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 4. 3. Shift to NEUTRAL (N). 4. Start the vehicle and shift to the drive gear you want. 5. Have the vehicle fixed as soon as you can.

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Parking Over Things That Burn

Engine Exhaust

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Running Your Engine While You’re Parked It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know.

crank to open and close each window.

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Power Windows (Option)

Switches on the driver's door armrest control each of the windows when the ignition is on. In addition, the passenger door has a switch for its own window. The driver's window switch has an Auto Down feature. This switch is labeled AUTO. Tap the rear of the switch, and the driver's window will open a small amount. If the rear of the switch is pressed all the way down, the window will go all the way down.

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To stop the window while it is lowering, press the front of the switch. To raise the window, press and hold the front of the switch. Horn Press either horn symbol on your steering wheel to sound the horn. Tilt Steering Wheel

A tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. You can also raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle.

To tilt the wheel, hold the steering wheel and pull the lever. Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level, then release the lever to lock the wheel in place.

Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever

Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two downward (for left) positions. These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change. To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down. When the turn is finished, the lever will return automatically.

A green arrow on the instrument panel will flash in of the turn or

the direction lane change.

The lever on the left side of the steering column includes your:

Turn Signal anu Lane Lnange rndicator Headlamp HighLow Beam Windshield Wipers 0 Windshield Washer

Cruise Control (Option)

To signal a lane change, just raise or lower the lever until the green arrow starts to flash. Hold it there until you complete your lane change. The lever will return by itself when you release it.

As you signal a turn or a lane change, if the arrow flashes faster than normal, a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won’t see your turn signal. If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an accident. If the green arrows don’t go on at all when you signal a turn, check the fuse (see “Fuses and Circuit Breakers’’ in the Index) and for burned-out bulbs. A chime will sound if you leave your turn signal on for more than 1/2 mile (0.8 km). Headlamp High-Low Beam

0 To change your headlamps

from low beam to high beam, or high to low, pull the multifunction lever all the way toward you. Then release it. When the high beams are on, a blue light on the instrument panel also will be on.

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Windshield Wipers

6s WIPER

You control the windshield wipers by turning the band marked WIPER. For a single wiping cycle, turn the band to MIST. Hold it there until the wipers start, then let EO. The wipers will stop

For steady wiping at low speed, turn the band to LO. For high-speed wiping, turn the band further, to HI. To stop the wipers, turn the band to OFF. You can set the wiper speed for a long or short delay between wipes. This can be very useful in light rain or snow. Turn the band to choose the delay time. The closer to LO, the shorter the delay. Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them. If they’re frozen to the windshield, carefully loosen or thaw them, If your blades do become damaged, get new blades or blade inserts. Heavy snow or ice can overload your wipers. A circuit breaker will stop them until the motor cools. Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload.

Windshield Washer

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

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NOTICE:

When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. Don’t mix water with ready-to-use washer fluid. Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system. Also, water doesn’t clean as well as washer fluid. Fill your washer fluid tank only 3/4 full when it’s very cold. This allows for expansion, which could damage the tank if it is completely full. Don’t use radiator antifreeze in your windshield washer. It can damage your paint.

Cruise Control (Option) With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator. This can really help on long trips. Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph (40 km/h). When you apply your brakes, the cruise control shuts off.

To 1.

Set Cruise Control Move the cruise control switch to ON.

2. Get up to the speed you want.

3. Push in the SET button at the end of the lever and release it.

4. Take your foot off the

accelerator pedal.

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To Resume a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This, of course, shuts off the cruise control. But you don't need to reset it.

Here's the second way to go to a higher speed:

Move the cruise switch from ON to WA. Hold it there until you get up to the speed you want, and then release the switch.

0 To increase your speed in very small amounts, move the switch to R/A for less than half a second and then release it. Each time you do this, your vehicle will go I mph (1.6 kmh) faster.

The accelerate feature will only work after you set the the cruise control speed by pushing the SET button.

To Reduce Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to reduce your speed while using cruise control: @ Push in the SET button until you reach the lower

speed you want, then release it. To slow down in very small amounts, push the SET button for less than half a second. Each time you do this, you'll go 1 mph (1.6 k d h ) slower.

1. . .... You'll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there.

To Increase Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed. Here's the first: 1. Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed. 2. Push in the SET button, then release the button and the

accelerator pedal. You'll now cruise at the higher speed.

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a Move the cruise

switch to OFF.

To Erase Cruise Speed Memory When you turn off the cruise control or the ignition, your cruise control set speed memory is erased.

Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed. When you take your foot off the pedal, your vehicle will slow down to the cruise control speed you set earlier. Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed, load and the steepness of the hills. When going up steep hills, you may have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed. When going downhill, you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down. Of course, applying the brake takes you out of cruise control. Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and don’t use cruise control on steep hills.

To Get Out of Cruise Control There are two ways to turn off the cruise control: a Step lightly on the brake pedal; OR

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Lamps

The lamp controls are on the instrument panel. They control these systems: 0 Headlamps Taillamps

0 Parking Lamps 0 License Lamps

Sidemarker Lamps Instrument Panel Lamps Courtesy Lamps

Turn the knob to LAMPS (C) to turn on the headlamps and other operating lamps. Turn the knob to PARK (B) to turn on the parkine and other operating lamps without the headlamps. Turn the knob to OFF to turn off the lamps. A warning chime will sound when you turn the ignition switch to OFF, LOCK or ACC with the lamps on. Instrument Panel Lamps You can brighten or dim the instrument panel lamps by moving the dial (A). If you turn the dial all the way up, your courtesy or interior lamps will come on.

Daytime Running Lamps (Canada Only) Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) make it easier to see the front of your vehicle during the day. DRL can be helpful when it’s raining and in the short periods after dawn and before sunset. Several countries, including Canada, require DRL. A light sensor on top of the instrument panel makes the DRL work, so be sure it isn’t covered. The DRL system will make your low-beam headlamps come on at reduced brightness in daylight when: 0 The ignition is on, 0 The headlamp switch is off, and 0 The parking brake is released. When the DRL are on, only your low-beam headlamps will be on. The taillamps, sidemarker and other lamps won’t be on. Your instrument panel won’t be lit up either. When it’s dark enough outside, your low-beam headlamps will change to full brightness. The other lamps that come on with your headlamps will also come on.

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When it’s bright enough outside, the regular lamps will go off, and your low-beam headlamps change to the reduced brightness of DRL. To idle your vehicle with the DRL off, set the parking brake while the ignition is in OFF or LOCK. Then start your vehicle. The DRL will stay off until you release the parking brake. As with any vehicle, you should turn on the regular headlamp system any time you need it. Interior Lamps When any door is opened, several lamps come on. These lamps are courtesy lamps. They make it easy for you to enter and leave your vehicle. You can also turn these lamps on by moving the dial near the headlamp knob all the way up. Some of the lamps have switches so you can turn them on, even when the doors are closed. These lamps are reading lamps. To avoid draining your battery, be sure to turn off all reading lamps when leaving your vehicle.

Battery Saver Your vehicle has a feature to help prevent you from draining the battery, in case you accidentally leave the courtesy lamps on. If you leave the dial turned all the way up, or if you leave a door open, the lamps will automatically turn off after 10 minutes if the ignition is off. This feature will not turn off the reading lamps, only the lamps controlled by the dial. Be sure to turn off any reading lamps using the switch before you leave the vehicle.

Sustained Interior Illumination Your courtesy lamps will come on and stay on for a set time whenever you:

Open a door. Press UNLOCK on the Remote Lock Control (if equipped). Press DOOR on the Remote Lock Control (if equipped).

If you open a door, the lamps will stay on while it’s open and then turn off automatically about 18 seconds after you close it. If you don’t open a door, the lamps will turn off after about 18 seconds, unless you pressed UNLOCK on the Remote Lock Control. If you pressed UNLOCK and don’t open a door, the lamps will turn off after about 55 seconds. Sustained interior illumination includes a feature called theater dimming. With theater dimming, the lamps don’t just turn off at the end of the delay time. Instead, they slowly dim during the delay time until they go out. The delay time is cancelled if you turn the ignition key to RUN or START, so the lamps will go out right away. When the ignition is on, Sustained Interior Illumination is inactive, which means the courtesy lamps won’t come on.

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Rearview Mirror Reading Lamps

Mirrors Adjust all the mirrors so you can see clearly when you are sitting in a comfortable driving position. Inside Daymight Rearview Mirror

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These lamps go on when you open the doors. doors are closed, turn the lamps on and off w switches.

, When the ith the

To reduce glare from lamps behind you, move the lever to the night position.

Manual Outside Mirrors

Adjust the right mirror by hand. To adjust the left mirror, move the knob in the direction you want to

Convex Outside Mirror Your passenger’s side mirror is convex. A convex mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver’s seat.

Power Outside Mirrors (Option)

The electric mirror control is on the driver’s door. Turn the. control to the left to adjust the left mirror or to the right to adjust the right mirror. Then move the control in the direction you want to move the mirror.

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Convenience Net (Option)

Storage and Compartments Storage Armrest

To use the storage area, fold down the armrest. Press the latch on the front edge and pull up. To use the cupholder, flip it forward.

Instrument Panel Cupholder

To use this cupholder, slide it out of the instrument panel.

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Your vehicle may have a convenience net. You’ll see it just inside the back wall of the trunk. Put small loads, like grocery bags, behind the net. It can help keep them from falling over during sharp turns or quick starts and stops. The net isn’t for larger, heavier loads. Store them in the trunk as far forward as you can. You can unhook the net so that it will lie flat when you’re not using it. You can also push the net down and hook it under the plastic hooks. 2-36

Door Storage Compartments Each of the doors has a storage compartment. Center Console

Sun Visors To block out glare, you can swing down the visors. You can also move them from side to side. Visor Vanity Mirrors

To open the storage area, press the button and lift the cover. The console has a cassette and CD storage bin and a cupholder. To use the cupholder for large cups, remove the insert.

Open the cover to expose the vanity mirror. For the driver's mirror, slide the cover to the side. For the passenger's mirror, lift the cover. The lamps will come on when you open the cover on the passenger's visor.

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Ashtrays and Lighter Center Front Ashtray

For the console ashtray, open the lid and lift out the ashtray using the snuffer.

The center front ashtray may be on the instrument panel or on the console. To remove the instrument panel ashtray, open it, push down on the locking tab and pull out the ashtray.

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Rear Ashtray Your vehicle may have a rear ashtray. To remove the rear ashtray, open it, push down on the snuffer and pull the ashtray out.

I NOTICE:

Don’t put papers and other things that burn into your ashtrays. If you do, cigarettes or other smoking materials could set them on fire, causing damage.

Cigarette Lighter To use the lighter, just push it in all the way and let go. When it’s ready, it will pop back by itself.

NOTICE: Don’t hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand while it is heating. If you do, it won’t be able to back away from the heating element when it’s ready. That can make it overheat, damaging the lighter and the heating element.

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Instrument Panel -- Your Information System

Your instrument cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how fast you’re eoing, about how much fuel is in your tank and many other things you need to drive safely and economically.

United States Version Shown, Canadian Similar

Speedometer/Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (kdh). Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven in either miles (used in the United States) or in kilometers (used in Canada). Your Chevrolet has a tamper-resistant odometer. If you see silver lines between the numbers, you’ll know someone has probably tampered with it and the numbers may not be true. You may wonder what happens if your vehicle needs a new odometer installed. If the new one can be set to the mileage total of the old odometer, then it must be. But if it can’t, then it’s set at zero and a label must be put on the driver’s door to show the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed. Trip Odometer Your trip odometer tells how far you have driven since you last reset it. To set it to zero, press the reset button.

Tachometer

The tachometer displays the engine speed in thousands of revolutions per minute (rpm).

NOTICE: Do not operate the engine with the tachometer in the red area, or engine damage may occur.

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Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you locate them. Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to your warning lights and gages could also save you or others from injury. Warning lights come on when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions. As you will see in the details on the next few pages, some warning lights come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you know they’re working. If you are familiar with this section, you should not be alarmed when this happens.

Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions. Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there’s a problem with your vehicle. When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving, or when one of the gages shows there may be a problem, check the section that tells you what to do about it. Please follow this manual’s advice. Waiting to do repairs can be costly -- and even dangerous. So please get to know your warning lights and gages. They’re a big help.

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Fuel Gage

Your fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have left when the ignition is on. When the indicator nears EMPTY (E), you still have a little fuel left, but you should get more soon.

Here are some things owners ask about. All these situations are normal and do not show a problem with your fuel gage:

At the service station, the pump shuts off before the gage reads FULL (F).

0 It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gage

indicated. For example, the gage may have indicated the tank was half full, but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank’s capacity to fill it. The gage moves a little when you turn a corner or speed up.

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Charging System Light The will YOU a check to show you it’s working. Then it should go out.

charging system light come on briefly when turn on the ignition, as

VOLTS

If it stays on, or comes on while you are driving, you may have a problem with the charging system. It could indicate that you have a loose drive belt or another electrical problem. Have it checked right away. Driving while this light is on could drain your battery. If you must drive a short distance with the light on, be certain to turn off all your accessories, such as the radio and air conditioner.

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Safety Belt Reminder Light

8 When the key is turned to

RUN or START, a chime will come on for about eight seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts, unless the driver’s safety belt is already buckled.

The safety belt light will also come on and stay on until the driver’s belt is buckled.

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Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG or the air bag symbol. The system checks the air bag’s electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the air bag sensors and modules, the wiring and the diagnostic module. For more information on the air bag system, see “Air Bag” in the Index.

You will see this light flash for a few seconds when you turn your ignition to RUN or START. Then the light should go out. This means

the system is ready. 1

If the air bag readiness light doesn’t come on when you start your vehicle, or stays on, or comes on when you are driving, your air bag system may not work properly. Have your vehicle serviced right away.

Brake System Warning Light

x 1000

BRAKE

Your Chevrolet’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. If one part isn’t working, the other part can still work and stop you. For good braking, though, you need both parts working well.

If the warning light comes on, there could be a brake problem. Have your brake system inspected right away. This light should come on briefly as you start the vehicle. If it doesn’t come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there’s a problem. If the light comes on while you are driving, pull off the road and stop carefully. You may notice that the pedal is harder to push. Or, the pedal may go closer to the floor. It may take longer to stop. If the light is still on, or if the anti-lock brake system warning light is flashing, have the vehicle towed for service. (See “Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light” and “Towing Your Vehicle” in the Index.)

The brake system warning light will also come on when you set your parking brake, and it will stay on if your parking brake doesn’t release fully. If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released, it means you have a brake problem.

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Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light

ANTI -

With the anti-lock brake system, this light will come on when you start your engine and it will stay on for three seconds. That’s normal. If the light doesn’t come on, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem.

If the light flashes when you’re driving, you don’t have anti-lock brakes and there could be a problem with your regular brakes. Pull off the road and stop carefully. You may notice that the pedal is harder to push. Or, the pedal may go closer to the floor. It may take longer to stop. Have the vehicle towed for service. (See “Towing Your Vehicle” in the Index.)

If the anti-lock brake system warning light stays on longer than normal after you’ve started your engine, turn the ignition off. Or, if the light comes on and stays on when you’re driving, stop as soon as possible and tum the ignition off. Then start the engine again to reset the system. If the light still stays on, or comes on again while you’re driving, your Chevrolet needs service. If the light is on but not flashing and the regular brake system warning light isn’t on, you still have brakes, but you don’t have anti-lock brakes.

Anti-Lock Brake System Active Light

Engine Coolant Temperature Light

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LOW TRAC

When your anti-lock system is adjusting brake pressure to help avoid a braking skid, the LOW TRAC light will come on.

This light tells you that your engine coolant has overheated or your radiator cooling fan is not working.

Slippery road conditions will exist if this light comes on, so adjust your driving accordingly. The light will stay on for a few seconds after the system stops adjusting brake pressure. The LOW TRAC light also comes on briefly, as a bulb check, when the engine is started. If the light doesn’t come on then, have it fixed so it will be there to tell you when the system is active.

If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions, you should pull off the road, stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible. Hot Coolant Can Burn You Badly! In “Problems on the Road”, this manual shows what to do. See “Engine Overheating” in the Index.

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Engine Coolant Temperature Gage

You have a gage that shows the engine coolant temperature. If the gage

pointer moves into the red E- area, your engine is too hot!

Low Coolant Warning Light

If this light comes on, your system is low on coolant and the engine may overheat. See “Engine Coolant” in the Index and have your vehicle serviced as soon as you can.

That reading means the same thing as the warning light. It means that your engine coolant has overheated. If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions, you should pull off the road, stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible. Hot Coolant Can Burn You Badly! In “Problems on the Road”, this manual shows what to do. See “Engine Overheating” in the Index.

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Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light)

A computer monitors operation of your fuel, ignition and emission control systems. This light should come on when the ignition is on, but the engine is not running, as a check to show you it is working.

If it does not come on at all, have it fixed right away. If it stays on, or it comes on while you are driving, the computer is indicating that you have a problem. You should take your vehicle in for service soon.

NOTICE: If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on, after a while the emission controls won’t work as well, your fuel economy won’t be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly. This could lead to costly repairs not covered by your warranty.

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Oil Warning Light

E If you have a problem with

your oil, this light may stay on after you start your engine, or come on when you are driving.

0 Sometimes when the engine is idling at a stop, the

light may blink on and off. This is normal.

0 If you make a hard stop, the light may come on for a

moment. This is normal.

I NOTICE:

Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can be costly and is not covered by your warranty.

This indicates that oil is not going through your engine quickly enough to keep it lubricated. The engine could be low on oil or could have some other oil problem. Have it fixed right away. The oil light could also come on in three other situations: 0 When the ignition is on but the engine is not running, the light will come on as a test to show you it is working, but the light will go out when you turn the ignition to START. If it doesn’t come on with the ignition on, you may have a problem with the fuse or bulb. Have it fixed right away.

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Low Oil Level Light

Security Light

Your engine is equipped with an oil level monitoring system. When the ignition key is turned on, the LOW OIL light will briefly flash. If the light does not flash, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there’s a problem.

This light will come on when you turn the key to START and stay on until the vehicle starts. It will also come on and stay on if your key is too dirty or wet for the PASS-Key@II system to read the resistor pellet.

If the light stays on, stop the vehicle on a level surface and turm the engine off. Check the oil level using the engine oil dipstick. (See “Engine Oil” in the Index.) If the light does not flash, have the low oil level sensor system repaired so it will be ready to warn you if there’s a problem. The oil level monitoring system only checks oil level during the brief period between key on and engine crank. It does not monitor engine oil level when the engine is running. Additionally, an oil level check is only performed if the engine has been turned off for a considerable period of time, allowing the oil normally in circulation to drain back into the oil pan.

If the resistor pellet is damaged or missing, the light will flash. If you’re driving and the light comes on and remains on, your PASS-Key% system is not working properly. Your vehicle is not protected by PASS-Key@II, and you should see your dealer.

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0 Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems

In this section you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control systems and audio systems offered with your Chevrolet. Be sure to read about the particular system supplied with your vehicle. Air Conditioning with Electronic Controls

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With these systems, you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation in your vehicle. The systems work best if you keep your windows closed while using them.

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System Controls Fan Knob The knob with the fan symbol selects the force of air you want. To turn the fan off, turn the knob to OFF.

Temperature Control If your system does not have the auxiliary temperature control option, the right knob changes the temperature of the air coming through the system. Turn this knob toward red (clockwise) for warmer air. Turn it toward blue (counterclockwise) for cooler air. If your system does have the auxiliary temperature control option, the center levers change the temperature of the air coming through the system. The DRIV lever sets the temperature for the driver and rear seat passengers, and the PASS lever sets the temperature for the front seat passenger.

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

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MAX: This setting recirculates much of the air inside your vehicle and sends it through the instrument panel outlets. A/C: This setting brings in outside air and directs it through the instrument panel outlets.

'fl BI-LEVEL: This setting brings in the outside I,.

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air and directs it two ways. Half of the air is directed through the instrument panel outlets. Most of the remaining air is directed through the floor ducts and a little to the defrost and side window vents. f l VENT This setting brings in outside air and directs it through the instrument panel outlets. +fl FLOOR: This setting sends most of the air through the ducts near the floor. The rest comes out of the defrost and side window vents. w. +' DEFOG: This setting allows half of the air to go to the floor ducts and half to the defrost and side window vents. 9 DEFROST This setting directs most of the air

through the defrost and side window vents. Some of the air goes to the floor ducts.

Air Conditioning On very hot days, open the windows long enough to let hot inside air escape. This reduces the time the compressor has to run, which should help fuel economy. For quick cool-down on very hot days, use MAX with the temperature control all the way in the blue area. If this setting is used for long periods of time, the air in your vehicle may become too dry. For normal cooling on hot days, use A/C with the temperature control in the blue area. The system will bring in outside air and cool it. On cool but sunny days, the sun may warm your upper body, but your lower body may not be warm enough. You can use BI-LEVEL with the temperature control in the middle. The system will bring in outside air and direct it to your upper body, while sending slightly warmed air to your lower body. You may notice this temperature difference more at some times than others.

Heating On cold days use FLOOR with the temperature control all the way in the red area. The system will bring in outside air, heat it and send it to the floor ducts. If your vehicle has an engine coolant heater, you can use it to help your system provide warm air faster when it’s cold outside (0°F (-18°C) or lower). An engine coolant heater warms the coolant your engine and heating system use to provide heat. See “Engine Coolant Heater” in the Index. Ventilation For mild outside temperatures when little heating or cooling is needed, use VENT to direct outside air through your vehicle. Your vehicle also has the flow-through ventilation system described later in this section. Defogging and Defrosting Windows Your system has two settings for clearing the front and side windows. To defrost the windows quickly, use DEFROST with the temperature knob all the way in the red area. To warm passengers while keeping the windows clean, use DEFOG.

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Flow-Through Ventilation System Your velucle's flow-through ventilation system supplies outside air into the vehicle when it is moving. Outside air will also enter the vehicle when the air conditioning fan is running. Ventilation Tips

Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice, snow or any other obstruction, such as leaves. The heater and defroster will work far better, reducing the chance of fogging the inside of your windows.

0 When you enter a vehicle in cold weather, set the

mode to FLOOR and the fan to the highest speed for a few moments before driving off. This helps clear the intake ducts of snow and moisture and reduces the chance of fogging the inside of your windows.

0 Keep the air path under the front seats clear of objects. This helps air to circulate throughout your vehicle.

Rear Window Defogger

The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window. Press the button to turn the defogger on. It will turn itself-off after about 10 minutes.

If you turn it on again, the defogger will only run for about five minutes before turning off. You can also turn it off by turning off the ignition or pressing the button again. Do not attach anything like a temporary vehicle license or decal across the defogger grid.

NOTICE: Don't use a razor blade or something else sharp on the inside of the rear window. If you do,' you could cut or damage the warming grid, and the repairs wouldn't be covered by your warranty.

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Audio Systems Your Delco@ audio system has been designed to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure. You will get the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it first. Find out what your Delco@ system can do and how to operate all of its controls, to be sure you’re getting the most out of the advanced engineering that went into it. Setting the Clock Systems Without Automatic Tone Control 1.

Press SET. SET will appear on the display for five seconds. Within five seconds, press and hold the forward arrow on the SEEK button until the correct minute appears. Press and hold the backward arrow on the SEEK button until the correct hour appears.

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Systems with Automatic Tone Control 1. Press and hold HR until the correct hour appears. 2. Press and hold MN until the correct minute appears.

AM/FM Stereo Radio Playing the Radio Turn the VOLUME knob to turn the system on and off. VOLUME: Turn the upper knob clockwise to increase volume. Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume. RECALL: Press the upper knob briefly to recall the station being played or the clock display. If you press the button when the ignition is off, the clock will show for a few seconds.

Finding a Station A M * F M : Press the lower knob to get AM or FM. The display shows your selection. TUNE: Turn the lower knob to choose radio stations. SEEK: Press the forward or backward arrow to go to the next higher or lower station. SCAN: Press and hold one of the SEEK arrows, then press the other SEEK arrow; SCAN will appear in the display. Use SCAN to listen to stations for a few seconds. The radio will go to a station, stop for a few seconds, then go on to the next station. The radio will scan up or down the radio band, depending on the arrow you pressed first. Press both SEEK arrows or the upper knob to stop scanning. Presets: The four pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 14 stations (7 AM and 7 FM). 1. Press AM-FM to select the band. 2. Find the station you want. 3. Press SET until the word SET appears on the

display.

4. Press and hold one of the four numbered buttons, or

press and hold two side-by-side buttons.

5. The sound will mute. When it returns, release the

buttons.

Whenever you press that numbered button or pair of buttons, the station you set will return.

Setting the Tone BASS: Slide the lever up or down to increase or decrease bass. The middle position is a detent. TREB: Slide the lever up or down to increase or decrease treble. The middle position is a detent. If a station is weak or noisy, you may want to decrease treble.

Adjusting the Speakers BAL: Turn the control behind the upper knob to move the sound to the left or right speakers. The middle position is a detent and balances the speakers. FADE: Turn the control behind the lower knob to move the sound to the front or rear speakers. The middle position is a detent and balances the speakers.

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AM/FM Stereo Radio with Cassette Tape Player If your Chevrolet has this radio with cassette tape player, follow the instructions earlier in this manual under “AMEM Stereo Radio’’ to play the radio. For other features, see the following instructions. If your radio has a cassette tape player, you can set 21 preset stations (7 AM, 7 FMl and 7 FM2). Also, your system will not have the SCAN feature. Instead, it will have PSCAN.

PSCAN: Press both SEEK arrows, and PSCAN will appear in the display. Use PSCAN to listen to each of your preset stations for a few seconds. The radio will go to the first preset station, stop for a few seconds, then go on to the next preset station. Press either SEEK arrow or the upper knob to stop scanning.

Playing a Cassette Tape The longer side with the tape visible should face to the right. The tape will begin playing as soon as you insert it. If you hear nothing or hear a garbled sound, the tape may not be in squarely. Press EJECT to remove the tape and start over. Tapes that are longer than 30 to 45 minutes long on a side may not work well in this player. While the tape is playing, use the VOLUME, FADE, BAL, TREB and BASS controls just as you do for the radio. Other controls may have different functions when a tape is inserted. The display will show an arrow to show which side of the tape is playing. Note that cassette tape adapter kits for portable compact disc players will not work in your cassette player. These adapters will cause an error message in the display, and the adapter cassette will be ejected.

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REV: Press this button to reverse the tape rapidly. Press it again to return to playing speed. The radio will play while the tape reverses. FWD: Press this button to advance quickly to another part of the tape. Press the button again to return to playing speed. The radio will play while the tape advances. PROGRAM: Press the upper knob to change the side of the tape that is playing. EJECT Press this button to remove the tape. The radio will play. Cln: This message may appear on the display. If it does, your cassette tape player needs to be cleaned. It will still play tapes, but you should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to your tapes and player. See “Care of Your Cassette Tape Player” in the Index. After you clean the player, press and hold EJECT for five seconds to reset the Cln indicator. “- - -” will appear in the display to show the indicator was reset.

AM/FM Stereo Radios with Automatic Tone Control If your Chevrolet has a radio with Automatic Tone Control, the instructions below will explain how to use the radio. To find out if your radio has Automatic Tone Control, look for an AUTO TONE button. If the system has one, you have Automatic Tone Control. If not, see the systems explained earlier in this section.

Playing the Radio Press the PWR knob to turn the system on and off. VOL: Turn this knob clockwise to increase volume. Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume. SCV: Your system has a feature called speed-compensated volume (SCV). With SCV, your audio system makes up for road noise by getting louder as you drive faster. The control behind the upper knob has SCV positions. The top position has a higher maximum volume and gets louder faster than the middle two positions. If you don’t want to use SCV, turn the control all the way down. RECALL: Press this button to recall the station being played. If you press the button when the ignition is off, the clock will show for a few seconds.

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Finding a Station AM FM: Press this button to get AM, FMl or FM2. The display shows your selection. TUNE: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn it to choose radio stations. Push the knob back in when you’re not using it. SEEK: Press the forward or backward arrow to go to the next higher or lower station. The sound will be muted while seeking. SCAN: Press one of the SEEK arrows for two seconds, and SCAN will appear in the display. Use SCAN to listen to stations for a few seconds. The radio will go to a station, stop for a few seconds, then go station. Press SEEK again to stop scanning. Presets: The six pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations (6 AM, 6 FM1 and 6 FM2). You can also set an equalization setting with each preset station. 1. Press AM FM to select the band. 2. Find the station you want. 3. Press AUTO TONE to choose the equalization

on to the next

setting for the station.

4. Press and hold one of the six numbered buttons. 5. The sound will mute. When it returns, release the

button.

Whenever you press that numbered button, the station you set will return. P SCAN: Press P SCAN to listen to each of your preset stations for a few seconds. The radio will go to the first preset station, stop for a few seconds, then go on to the next preset station. Press P SCAN again to stop scanning.

Setting the Tone BASS: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn the knob to increase or decrease bass. The middle position is a detent. TREB: Press this button lightly so it extends. Turn the knob to increase or decrease treble. The middle position is a detent. Push the knobs back in when you’re not using them.

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AUTO TONE: This feature allows you to choose preset treble and bass equalization settings designed for classical, news, rock, pop and jazz stations. CLASSIC will appear on the display when you first press AUTO TONE. Each time you press it, another setting will appear on the display. Press it again after JAZZ appears and MANUAL will appear. Tone control will return to the treble and bass knobs. Also, if you use the treble and bass knobs, control will return to them and MANUAL will appear.

Adjusting the Speakers BAL: Press this button lightly so it extends. Turn the knob to move the sound to the left or right speakers. The middle position is a detent and balances the speakers. FADE: Press this button lightly so it extends. Turn the knob to move the sound to the front or rear speakers. The middle position is a detent and balances the speakers. Push the knobs back in when you're not using them.

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Playing a Cassette Tape The longer side with the tape visible should face to the right. The tape will begin playing as soon as you insert it. If you hear nothing or hear a garbled sound, the tape may not be in squarely. Press EJECT to remove the tape and start over. If you want to insert a tape when the ignition is off, first press EJECT or RECALL. While the tape is playing, use the VOL, FADE, BAL, TREB, BASS and AUTO TONE controls just as you do for the radio. Other controls may have different functions when a tape is inserted. The display will show the tape symbol and an arrow to show which side of the tape is playing.

Your tape bias is set automatically. Note that cassette tape adapter kits for portable compact disc players will not work in your cassette player. The.se adapters will cause an error message in the display, and the adapter cassette will be ejected. PREV (1): Press this button to search for the previous selection on the tape. Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for PREV to work. The SEEK backward arrow will also find the previous selection on the tape. PROG (2): Press this button to change the side of the tape that is playing. NEXT (3): Press this button to search for the next selection on the tape. If you hold the button or press it more than once, the player will continue moving forward through the tape. The SEEK forward arrow will also find the next selection on the tape. REV (4): Press this button to reverse the tape rapidly. Press it again to return to playing speed. The radio will play while the tape reverses. 00 (5): Press this button to reduce background noise. Dolby@ Noise Reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

Dolby@ and the 00 symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. FWD (6): Press this button to advance quickly to another part of the tape. Press the button again to return to playing speed. The radio will play while the tape advances. AM FM: Press this button to play the radio when a tape is in the player. TAPE AUX: Press this button to change to the tape function when the radio is on. The tape symbol with an arrow will appear on the display when the tape is active. EJECT Press this button to remove the tape. The radio will play. Cln: This message may appear on the display. If it does, your cassette tape player needs to be cleaned. It will still play tapes, but you should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to your tapes and player. See “Care of Your Cassette Tape Player” in the Index. After you clean the player, press and hold EJECT for five seconds to reset the Cln indicator. “- - -” will appear in the display to show the indicator was reset.

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RECALL: Press this button to see which track is playing. Press it again within five seconds to see how long it has been playing (elapsed time). PREV (1): Press this button to go to the start of the current track, if more than eight seconds have played. If you hold the button or press it more than once, the player will continue moving back through the disc. The SEEK backward arrow will also find the previous selection on the tape. RDM (2): Press this button to hear the tracks in random order. NEXT (3): Press this button to go to the next track. If you hold the button or press it more than once, the player will continue moving forward through the disc. The SEEK forward arrow will also find the next selection on the tape. REV (4): Press and hold this button to return to a passage quickly. You will hear sound. 00 (5): Press this button to reduce background noise. Dolby@ Noise Reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Dolby@ and the 00 symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

Playing a Compact Disc Insert a disc partway into the slot, label side up. The player will pull it in. The disc should begin playing. The display will show CD and the CD symbol. If you’re driving on a very rough road or if it’s very hot, the disc may not play and ERR may appear on the display. Press RECALL to take ERR off the display. When things get back to normal, the disc should play. If the disc comes out, it could be that:

The disc is upside down.

0 It is dirty, scratched or wet.

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AM FM: Press this button to play the radio when a disc is in the player. The letters CD will go off the display. CD AUX: Press this button to change to the disc function when the radio is on. CD will appear on the display when the disc is active. EJECT Press this button to remove the disc. The radio will play. If you turn off the ignition or radio with a disc in the player, it will stay in the player. When you turn on the ignition or system, the disc will start playing where it was stopped. If you press EJECT but don’t remove the disc within 25 seconds, the player will pull the disc back in to protect it. THEFTLOCK TM Your system has this feature if it shows THEFTLOCK on its face. THEFTLOCK is a theft-deterrent feature that can be used or ignored. If you ignore it, your system will play normally. If you use it, your system can’t be turned on if it is stolen because it locks anytime battery power is removed. To unlock it, a code must be entered. These instructions will tell you how to enter a code into your system. They also tell you how to unlock the system with your code and how to shut off the THEFTLOCK system.

Entering a Code 1. Write down any number from 000 to 1999. This is

your code.

2. Turn the ignition to ACC or RUN. 3. Turn the radio off. 4. Press the 1 and 4 preset buttons at the same time and

hold until “- - - 7 ’ shows on the display. You now have only 15 seconds between each of the following steps.

5. Press MN and “OOO” will appear on the display. 6. Press MN again and hold until the last two digits of

your code appear.

7. Press and hold HR until the first digit or digits of

your code appear.

8. Press AM FM after you make sure the code matches

the one you wrote down. “rEP” will appear on the display, meaning you should repeat Steps 5 through 7.

9. After you repeat the steps, press AM FM. SEC

should appear on the display, meaning your system is secured. If your ignition is off, THEFTLOCK will flash in the display.

Store the paper with your code written on it in a safe place (not in your vehicle).

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Unlocking the System If battery power is removed for any reason, LOC will appear on the display when power is reapplied. You will need to enter your code to unlock the system. You have only 15 seconds between each of the following steps. 1. Turn the ignition on. LOC will appear on the display. 2. Press MN and “000” will appear on the display. 3. Press MN again and hold until the last two digits of

your code appear.

4. Press and hold HR until the first digit or digits of

your code appear.

5. Press AM FM after you make sure the code matches the one you wrote down. SEC should appear on the display, meaning you can now use your system, and it is secured. If LOC appears, you entered the wrong code and the system is still locked.

If you lose or forget your code and cannot unlock the system, contact your dealer.

Disabling THEFTLOCK If you want to turn off THEFTLOCK, you will need to enter your code. If you lose or forget your code, see your dealer. 1. Turn the ignition on and the radio off. 2. Press the 1 and 4 preset buttons at the same time and

hold until SEC shows on the display. You now have only 15 seconds between each of the following steps.

3. Press MN and “000” will appear on the display. 4. Press MN again and hold until the last two digits of

your code appear.

5. Press and hold HR until the first digit or digits of

your code appear.

6. Press AM FM after you make sure the code matches the one you wrote down. “- - -” should appear on the display, meaning your system is unsecured. If SEC appears, you entered the wrong code and the system is still secured.

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Understanding Radio Reception F M Stereo FM Stereo will give you the best sound, but FM signals will reach only about 10 to 40 miles (16 to 65 km). Tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals, causing the sound to come and go. AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, especially at night. The longer range, however, can cause stations to interfere with each other. AM can also pick up noise from things like storms and power lines. To lower this noise, try reducing the treble level. Tips About Your Audio System Hearing damage from loud noise is almost undetectable until it is too late. Your hearing can adapt to higher volumes of sound. Sound that seems normal can be loud and harmful to your hearing. Take precautions by adjusting the volume control on your radio to a safe sound level before your hearing adapts to it.

To help avoid hearing loss or damage:

Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting. Increase volume slowly until you hear Comfortably and clearly.

NOTICE: Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle -- like a tape player, CB radio, mobile telephone or two-way radio -- be sure you, can add what you want. If you can, it’s very important to do it properly. Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle’s engine, Delco@ radio or other systems, and even damage them. And, your vehicle’s systems may interfere with the operation of sound equipment that has been added improperly. So, before adding sound equipment, check with your dealer and be sure to check Federal rules covering mobile radio and telephone units.

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Care of Your Cassette Tape Player A tape player that is not cleaned regularly is subject to reduced sound quality, ruining the cassette or damaging the mechanism. Tape cassettes that are not properly stored in their plastic cases away from contaminants, direct sunlight, and extreme heat may not operate properly and could cause premature failure of the tape player. Your tape player should be cleaned with every 50 hours of use to provide optimum performance. Your radio may display Cln to indicate that you have used your tape player for 50 hours without resetting the tape clean timer. If you notice a reduction in sound quality, regardless of when the tape player was last cleaned, try playing a different cassette to see if the tape or the tape player is at fault. If the second cassette results in no improvement in sound quality, try cleaning the tape player. Proper tape player cleaning should be done with a scrubbing action, non-abrasive cleaner cassette. This is a wet-type cleaning system that uses a cleaning cassette with pads that scrub the tape head as the hubs of the

cleaner cassette turn. To properly clean your tape player, follow the instructions with the cleaning cassette. If you use this type of cleaner, the radio may display an error and eject the cartridge. This is normal and is the result of an added feature in the tape player that detects broken tapes. If an error occurs, you will need to insert the cleaning cassette at least three times to thoroughly clean the tape player. You may prefer to use a non-scrubbing action, wet-type cleaner. This type of cleaner uses a fabric belt to clean the tape head. This type of cleaner cassette will not cause an error, but it may not clean the tape player as thoroughly as the scrubbing-type cleaner. A scrubbing action cleaner is available through your dealer (GM Part No. 12344600). Cassettes are subject to wear, and the sound quality may degrade over time. Always verify that the cassette tape is in good condition and the tape player is clean before obtaining service on your tape player.

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Care of Your Compact Discs Handle discs carefully. Store them in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust. If the surface of a disc is soiled, dampen a clean, soft cloth in a mild, neutral detergent solution and clean it, wiping from the center to the edge. Be sure never to touch the signal surface when handling discs. Pick up discs by grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge. Fixed Mast Antenna The fixed mast antenna can withstand most car washes without being damaged. If the mast should ever become slightly bent, you can straighten it out by hand. If the mast is badly bent, as it might be by vandals, you should replace it. Check every once in a while to be sure the mast is still tightened to the fender.

Steering Wheel Touch Controls (Option) You can control certain audio system functions using the buttons on your steering wheel. VOLUME: Press the up or down arrows to increase or decrease volume. PLAY: Press to play the CD or cassette instead of the radio. MUTE: Press to silence the system. Press again to turn on the sound. SEEK: Press the up or down arrows to tune to the next or previous radio station. If a tape or compact disc is playing, the player will advance or rewind. PRESET Press to play a station you have programmed on the radio preset buttons. AM/FM: Press to choose AM, FMl or FM2. If a tape or compact disc is playing, it will stop and the radio will play.

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a Section 4 Your Driving and the Road

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Here you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions. We’ve also included many other useful tips on driving.

Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety device in your Chevrolet: Buckle up. (See “Safety Belts” in the Index.) Defensive driving really means “be ready for anything.” On city streets, rural roads, or freeways, it means “always expect the unexpected.” Assume that pedestrians or other drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes. Anticipate what they might do. Be ready for their mistakes. Rear-end collisions are about the most preventable of accidents. Yet they are common. Allow enough following distance. It’s the best defensive driving maneuver, in both city and rural driving. You never know when the vehicle in front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly.

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Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy. It’s the number one contributor to the highway death toll, claiming thousands of victims every year. Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle:

Judgment

0 Muscular Coordination 0 Vision 0 Attentiveness Police records show that almost half of all motor