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Seats and Seat Controls This section tells you about the seats -- how to adjust them, take them out and put them back in. It also tells you about buck

Torque Lock 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 forc

Parking Over Things That Burn Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Don’t park over papers, l

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

Windows Manual Windows To open your manual windows, turn the hand crank on each door to raise or lower your side door windows. Power Windows (Optio

Swing-Out Windows To open your swing-out windows, pull up on the latch and push the window out. To close the window, pull the latch toward you and p

Horn To sound the horn, press the horn symbols on the steering wheel. Tilt Wheel (If Equipped) A tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the st

mrn and Lane Change Signals The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two downward (for left) positions. These positions allow you to signal a

Windshield Washer Windshielr' Wipers You control the windshield wipers by turning the band with the wiper symbol on it. For a single-wiping c

Rear Window WasherWiper (Option) You control your rear window washedwiper from a switch on your instrument panel, next to the audio system. To turn

Setting Cruise Control A CAUTION: If you leave your cruise control switch on when you’re not using cruise, you might hit a button and g

Manual Lumbar Support (If Equipped) Power Seats (If Equipped) If you have this feature, there will be a control pad on the inboard side of the

Resuming 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 cont

Passing Another Vehicle Wh’- bing Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed. When you take your foot off the pedal, your ve

Rotate the knob clockwise again to the master lighting symbol to turn on all the lamps listed as well as the headlamps. Rotate the knob counterclockw

When the DRL are on, only your headlamps will be on. The taillamps, sidemarker and other lamps won’t be on. Your instrument panel won’t be lit up

Dome Override Button If the DOME OVERRIDE button is out, your interior lamps will work as usual. If the button is pressed in, the interior lamps wil

Mirrors Inside Daymight Rearview Mirror Outside Mirrors Adjust your outside mirrors so you can just see the side of your vehicle. Some mirrors are

To make sure you do not accidentally move a mirror. turn the knob to the middle (off‘) position. Mirrors can also be folded in or out. Push the mirror

If you have an optional sliding tray storage compartment, it is under the front passenger seat. To open the compartment, move the latch in the top

There is also a mapktorage pocket on the passenger’s side of the engine cover console. 2-44

Reading Lamps Press the button near each lamp to turn the reading lamps on and off. The lamps can also be swiveled to point in the direction you want

Reclining Seatbacks There is a lever on the inside of the seat to adjust the seatback. You can adjust the seatback by lifting the lever. Rel

The pegs inside the compartment door are used to make sure the button on the compartment door will contact the control button on the garage door open

Temperature and Compass Display The outside air temperature and the compass are displayed at the front of the overhead console. The control switche

1. Find your location on the zone map. Note your zone number. 2. Press and hold both the ON/OFF and the US/MET switches. The display will go off. 3.

Convenience Net (Option) You may have a convenience net in the rear of your vehicle to help keep small loads, like grocery bags, in place during s

~~ NOTICE: Loading cargo that weighs more than 200 lbs. (91 kg) on the luggage carrier may damage your vehicle. When you carry large thing

I NOTICE: When using the cigarette lighter as an accessory power outlet, maximum electrical load must not exceed 20 amps. Always turn off

Visor Vanity Mirror (If Equipped) Some visors have mirrors built in, with or without lamps. Just lift the mirror cover on each visor to turn the lam

Universal Transmitter (Option) This transmitter allows you to consolidate the functions of up to three individual hand-held transmitters. It will

Your vehicle’s engine should be turned off while programming the transmitter. Follow these steps to program up to three channels: 1. 2. 3. 4. If you

Erasing Channels To erase all three programmed channels, hold down the two outside buttons until the red light begins to flash. Individual channels

I- up, your safety belts can’t do their job when you’re reclined like this. The shoulder belt can’t do its job because it won’t be against y

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A. B. C. D. E. E G. H. I. J. Lamp Switches Instrument Panel Dimmer Multifunction Lever Hazard Lamp Switch Transmission Shift Lever Ignition Switch Rea

Instrument Panel Cluster Your instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how fast you’

Speedometer and Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Your odometer shows

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

Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG. The system checks the air bag’s electri

Voltmeter When your engine is not running, but the ignition is on (in the RUN position). the gage shows your battery’s state of charge in DC volts. Re

Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. If one part isn’t working, the other part can still w

Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light ANTI - LOCK With the anti-lock brake system, this light will come on when you start your engine and may stay

Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light) Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel, ignition an

After the latch has been released, push the seatback toward the front of the vehicle until it locks in place. To raise the seatback, unlock the seatb

If the Light Is Flashing The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle: 0 Reducing vehicle speed. If the Light Is On Steady You ma

If you experience one or more of these conditions, change the fuel brand you use. It will require at least one full tank of the proper fuel to tu

Daytime Running Lamps Indicator L' -'- I :::O e.. You will have this light on the instrument panel. It goes on whenever the Daytime Running

Fuel Gage The fuel gage tells you how much fuel you have remaining when the ignition is on. When the gage first indicates EMPTY (E), you still have a

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Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems In this section, you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered wit

Comfort Controls This section tells you how to make your air system work for you. Your comfort control system uses ozone-friendly R- 134a refrigerant

+. +# BI-LEVEL: This setting brings in outside air Heating System through the heater floor vent and the instrument panel vents. If you move the tem

Bucket Seats If you have rear bucket seats in your vehicle, they will recline and adjust the same way as the front manual bucket seats. See “Recl

Function Knob This knob is next to the temperature knob. The function knob allows you to choose the direction of air delivery. OFF: This setting turn

Rear Air Conditioning System (Option) You may have rear air conditioning. The rear air conditioning switch is located to the right of the heater

If your vehicle has rear air conditioning, setting it on LO may enhance the front A/C performance by allowing trapped refrigerant in the rear lines

Your vehicle has air vents near the center and on the sides of the instrument panel that allow you to adjust the direction and the amount of airflow i

Rear Window Defogger If your vehicle has this option, (Option) the rear window will The rear window defogger will only work when the ignition switch

Audio Systems Your Delco@ audio system has been designed to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure. You will get the most enjoyment ou

Finding a Station AM-FM: Press the lower knob to switch between AM and FM. The display shows your selection. TUNE: Turn the lower knob to tune in radi

AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player (If Equipped) Playing the Radio VOLUME: This knob turns the system on and off and controls the volume. To inc

In addition to the four stations already set, up to three more stations may be preset on each band by pressing two adjoining buttons at the same time

Playing a Cassette Tape Your tape player is built to worK Des1 with tapes that are 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tapes longer than that are s

i To raise or lower the center console, press the button between the beverage holders. Only sit in the center seating position when the console is in

SCV Your system has a feature called Speed-Compensated-Volume (SCV). With SCV, your audio system adjusts automatically to make up for road and wind

P.SCAN: The preset scan button lets you scan through your favorite stations stored on your pushbuttons. Select either the AM, FM 1 or FM2 mod

Playing a Cassette Tape Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tapes longer than that are so

TAPE AUX: Press this button to return to the tape player when playing the radio. The lighted arrow will appear and show the direction of play when a t

Rear Seat Audio (If Equipped) This feature allows rear seat passengers to listen to a different music source than the front seat passengers including

SCAN: Press and hold SEEK until the radio goes into SCAN mode. SCAN allows you to listen to stations for a few seconds. The receiver will continue

SCV Your system has a feature called Speed-Compensated-Volume (SCV). With SCV, your audio system adjusts automatically to make up for road and wind

P.SCAN: The preset scan button lets you scan through your favorite stations stored on your pushbuttons. Select either the AM, FMl or FM2

Playing a Compact Disc PWR: Press this knob to turn the system on. (Please note that you can also turn the system on when you insert a com

FWD (6): Press and hold this button to advance rapidly within a track. You will hear the disc selection play at high speed while you press the FWD bu

Removing the Rear Seats To remove the rear seats, do the following: c I TO DETACH ‘1 BELT FOR \ SEAT REMOVAL \ -9.- I INSERT KEY , 1 INTO H

Playing a Compact Disc in the Single Remote Disc Player (If Equipped) If you have this option, you can play one compact disc (CD) at a time. To

PREV (1): Press this button to go back to the start of the current track if more than eight seconds have played. Press PREV again to go to the previo

Theft-Deterrent Feature THEFTLOCK TM is designed to discourage theft of your radio. It works by using a secret code to disable all radio functions wh

Unlocking the Theft-Deterrent Feature After a Power Loss Enter your secret code as follows; pause no more than 15 seconds between steps: 1. LO

To unlock a secured radio, see “Unlocking the Theft-Deterrent Feature After a Power Loss” earlier in this section. Understanding Radio Reception FM St

Care of Your Cassette Tape Player A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause reduced sound quality, ruined cassettes or a damaged mechan

Care of Your Compact Discs Handle discs carefully. Store them in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and du

Section 4 Your Driving and the Road Here you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions. W

Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety device in your vehic

Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy. It’s the number one contributor to the highway death t

4. Lift up on the left seat release lever, then the right. The latches are near the floor on the rear legs of the seat. 5. Lift up on the rear of t

It’s the amount of alcohol that counts. For example, if the same person drank three double martinis (3 ounces or 90 ml of liquor each) within an ho

The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol in one drink. No amount of coffee or number of cold showers will speed that up. “I’ll

Control of a Vehicle You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering and the accelera

Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts -- heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking -- rather than keeping pace with traffic. Th

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

Remember: Anti-lock doesn’t change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If you get too c

What should you do if this ever happens? Ease up on the accelerator pedal, steer the vehicle the way you want it to go, and slow down. Speed limit

An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision. If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o’clock po

Passing The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a two-lane highway waits for just the right moment, accelerates, moves around the vehicle ah

0 Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass. When you are fa

Replacing the Rear Seats To replace the rear seats, do the following: 1. Lower the seat into position. Make sure the front retainers are hooked onto

A cornering skid and an acceleration slud are best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal. If your vehicle starts to slide, ease your f

Here are some tips on night driving. a a a a a a a Drive defensively. Don’t drink and drive. Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare

Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet road, you can’t stop, accelerate or turn as well because yo

Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems, too. The water may affect your brakes. Try to

Driving Through Deep Standing Water NOTICE: If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water, water can come in through your engin

Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: 0 Know the best way to get to where you are going. Get a city map and plan your trip into an u

The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are d

Before Leaving on a Long Trip Make sure you’re ready. Try to be well rested. If you must start when you’re not fresh -- such as after a day’s work

What can you do about highway hypnosis? First, be aware that it can happen. Then here are some tips: Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated, with a

If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you’re planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable.

4. If you are replacing the center seat, connect the right lap-shoulder belt to the attachment on the seat cushion. If you have a safety belt guide o

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

... ... ’E.. ..___.. -1 !$ .I... ... ... What’s the worst time for this? “Wet ice.” Very cold snow or ice can be slick and hard to drive

If You’re Caught in a Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow, you could be in a serious situation. You should probably stay with your vehicle un

This can cause deadly CO (carbon monoxide) gas to get inside. CO could overcome you and kill you. You can't see it or smell it, so you might

Loading Your Vehicle The Certificationmire label in your vehicle will look similar to this example. The CertificatiodTire label is found on the rear

I A CAUTION: Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR, or either the maximum front or rear GAWR. If you do, parts on your vehicle can break

Payload The Payload Capacity is shown on the Certificationire label. This is the maximum load capacity that your vehicle can carry. Be sure to inclu

Towing a Trailer I If you don’t use the correct equipment and drive properly, you can lose control when you pull a trailer. For example, if t

If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer If you do, here are some important points: 0 0 0 0 0 There are many different laws, including speed limit restri

Maximum trailer weight is calculated assuming the driver and one passenger are in the tow vehicle and it has all the required trailering equipment.

I A CALION: It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are mor

Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s Tires Be sure your vehicle’s tires are inflated to the upper limit for cold tires. You’ll find these numbers on t

Trailer Brakes If your trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs. (450 kg) loaded, then it needs its own brakes -- and they must be adequate. Be sure to re

Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. Before setting out for the open road, you’ll want to get to know your rig. Acquaint yoursel

Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer When you tow a trailer, your vehicle has to have extra wiring (included in the optional trailering package).

Parking on Hills You really should not park your vehicle, with a trailer attached, on a hill. If something goes wrong, your rig could start to move.

Trailer Wiring Harness If you have the optional trailering package, your vehicle will have an eight-wire harness, including the center high-mount

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Section 5 Problems on the Road Here you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road. 5-2 5-3 5-3 5-7 5- 13 5-15 Hazard Warnin

Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it's just a seat on wheels. Put someone on it. 1-14

Hazard Warning Flashers The hazard warning flasher button is located on top of the steering column. Your hazard warning flashers let you warn other

Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles, you can set one up at the side of the road about 300 feet (100 m) behind your vehicle. Jump

2. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach, but be sure the vehicles aren’t touching each other. If they are, it could cause a

5. Check that the jumper cables don’t have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock. The vehicles could be damaged too. Befor

1 8. Now connect the black negative (-) cable to the good battery’s negative (-) terminal. Don’t let the other end touch anything until the next step.

Towing Your Vehicle Try to have a GM dealer or a professional towing service tow your vehicle. They can provide the right equipment and know how to to

A vehicle can fall from a car carrier if it isn’t adequately secured. This can cause a collision, serious personal injury and vehicle damage.

Towing From the Front (Except All-Wheel Drive) Tow Limits -- 35 mph (56 kd), 50 miles (80 km) NOTICE: Do not tow with sling-type equipment or the

Towing From the Front (All-Wheel Drive) A towing dolly must be used under the rear wheels when towing from the front. I NOTICE: Do not tow with sli

Towing From the Rear (Except All-Wheel Drive) I NOTICE: Do not tow with sling-type equipment or the rear bumper system will be damaged. Use whe

Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn’t stop. The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be

Towing From the Rear (All-Wheel Drive) A towing dolly must be used under the front wheels when towing from the reaK NOTICE: Do not tow with sling

Engine Overheating You will find an engine coolant temperature gage on your vehicle’s instrument panel. See “Gages” in the Index. If Steam Is Comin

If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get the overheat warning but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the eng

Cooling System When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what you’ll see: A. Coolant Recovery Tank B. Radiator Pressure Cap C. Engine Fan

A CAUTION: ----- Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Don’t touch them. If you do, you can be burned. Don’t r

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

JTION: Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly. They are under pressure, and if you turn the r

How to Add Coolant to the radiator 1. You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap and upper

3. Fill the radiator with the proper DEX-COOL@ coolant mixture, up to the base of the filler neck. 4. Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the ADD m

6. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine fan. 7. By this time, the coolan

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

Engine Fan Noise This vehicle has a clutched engine cooling fan. When the clutch is engaged, the fan spins faster to provide more air to cool the

Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your hazard warning flashers

Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The jacking equipment you’ll need is stored by your vehicle’s rear doors, along the passenger side wall. Remove

Your spare tire is stored underneath the rear of your vehicle. You will use the ratchet and extension to lower the spare tire. It also has a DOWN side

Put the flat end of the extension on an angle through the hole in the rear door frame, above the bumper. Be sure the flat end connects into the hoist

A The tools you'll be using include the jack (A), wheel blocks (B), extension (C) and ratchet (D). Removing the Wheel Covers You will have to

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4. Attach the ratchet to the extension with the UP side facing you. 5. Rotate the ratchet to the right. That will raise the jack lift head a little.

Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall. To help avoid persona

I A CAUTION: 9. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to

Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts -- and the Answers Q.’ Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I’m

11. Lower the vehicle by turning the ratchet counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely. 12. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a criss-cross seq

NOTICE: Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel

3. Put the flat end of the extension on an angle through the hole in the rear door frame, above the bumper. Turn the ratchet clockwise until the tir

Compact Spare Tire Although the compact spare tire was fully inflated when your vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time. Check the infla

If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow What you don’t want to do when your vehicle is stuck is to spin your wheels too fast. The method known

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

Service Your GM dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. We hope you’ll go to your dealer for all your service needs. You’ll

Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle Things you might add to the outside of your vehicle can affect the airflow around it. This may

How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for people of adult size. Be aware that there are special things to know about saf

To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the United States are now required to contain additives that will help prevent deposits from forming in y

Filling Your Tank The fuel cap is behind a hinged door on the driver’s side of your vehicle. A CAUTION: Gasoline vapor is highly flammable. It

A CAUTION: If you get gasoline on yourself and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. Gasoline can spray out on you if you open

When you put the cap back on, turn it to the right (clockwise) until you hear a clicking sound. Make sure you fully install the cap. The diagnos

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When you open the hood, this is what you will see: A. Windshield Washer Fluid Fill Location B. Coolant Fill Location C. Oil Dipstick Location D. Tran

:: Lift the hood, release the hood prop from its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot in the hood. Before closing the hood, be sure all the f

The engine oil dipstick is a yellow ring. Turn off the engine and give the oil a few minutes to drain back into the oil pan. If you don’t, the oil d

When to Add Oil If the oil is at or below the ADD line, then you’ll need to add at least one quart of oil. But you must use the right kind. This part

RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADE ENGINE OILS FOR BEST FUEL ECONOMY AND COLD STARTING, SELECT THE LOWEST SAE VISCOSITY GRADE OIL FOR THE EX

The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the

Engine Oil Additives Don’t add anything to your oil. Your GM dealer is ready to advise if you think something should be added. When to Change Engin

Engine Cover Removing the Engine Cover 1. Move both front seats as far back as they will go. 2. Remove the instrument panel extension by removing t

4. Unscrew the screws located near the top on each side of the extension. Grasp the extension from both sides and gently remove it. 5. Disconnect the

6. Grasp the top of the heater duct and pull down gently to remove it. 7. Remove the two bolts at the engine cover. The bolts are not supposed to come

8. Grasp the bottom of the cover and slide it rearward. Then, lift it up and out of the vehicle. Installing the Engine Cover 1. Lift the engine c

4ir Cleaner To remove the air filter, lift the hood, unsnap both clips and remove the top. After changing the filter, snap both clips to secure the ai

Automatic Transmission Fluid When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transmission fluid level is when the engine oil is change

Checking Transmission Fluid Hot Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles (24 km) when outside temperatures are above 50°F (10°C). If

Then, without shutting ofT the engine, follow these steps: 1. Flip the handle up and then pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or

How to Add Fluid Refer to the Mainterl‘ance Schedule to determine what kind of transmission fluid to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in

Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster Before you begin to drive, move the shoulder belt adjuster to the height that is right for you. To move it down, push

How to Check Lubricant Front Axle If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole, you’ll need to add some lubricant. Add enough lubricant

Rear Axle What to Use . When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant and

I NOTICE: When adding coolant, it is important that you use only DEX-COOL’ (silicate-free) coolant. If coolant other than DEX-COOL’ is adde

NOTICE: If you use an improper coolant mix, your engine could overheat and be badly damaged. The repair cost wouldn’t be covered by your

Adding Coolant If you need more coolant, add the proper DEX-COOL@ coolant mixture at the coolant recovery tank. I I: A Add coolant mix at the recover

Radiator Pressure Cap I NOTICE: ~~ Your radiator cap is a 15 psi (105 kPa) pressure-type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant l

Thermostat Engine coolant temperature is controlled by a thermostat in the engine coolant system. The thermostat stops the flow of coolant through the

Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read the manufacturer’s instructions before use. If you will

Brakes Brake Fluid have your brake system fixed, since a leak means that sooner or later your brakes won’t work well, or won’t work at all. So, it is

What to Add Checking Brake Fluid You can check the brake fluid without taking off the cap. Just look at the window on the brake fluid reservoir.

What's wrong with this? A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It won't give nearly as much protection this way. You can be seriously hur

go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving (except when you are pushing on the brake pedal firmly). NOTICE: 0 0 Using the wrong flu

Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation. When tires are rotated, inspect brake pads for wear and evenly torque

Battery Every new vehicle has a Delco Freedom@ battery. You never have to add water to one of these. When it’s time for a new battery, we recommend

Headlamps Sealed Beam Lamps 1. Remove the four retainer screws and the retainer. 2. Pull the connector out and unplug the lamp. 3. Install the new

Composite Headlamps 1. Open the hood. 3. Completely remove the sidemarkedturn signal lamp by pulling out the assembly and disconnecting the sidemarke

4. Remove the screw located behind the corner reflector in order to remove the entire corner reflector. 5. Remove the remaining three screws; th

6. Remove the composite assembly. 7. Turn the halogen bulb counterclockwise to remove 8. Install the new bulb into the composite assembly by turni

Taillamps 1. Open the rear door. 2. Remove the two screws from behind the door. 3. Pull out the taillamp assembly so you can see the socket. 6-4

4. Press the tab and turn the socket counterclockwise to remove the socket from the bezel. If the socket does not have a tab, turn the socket counter

Tires Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and

The 1997 Chevrolet Astro Owner’s Manual 1-1 2-1 3- 1 4-1 5- 1 6-1 7-1 8-1 9- 1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to use y

&: What’s wrong with this? A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place. A CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in t

Inflation -- Tire Pressure The CertificationRire label, which is on the rear edge of the driver’s door, shows the correct inflation pressures for

Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be rotated every 6,000 to 8,000 miles ( 10 000 to 1 3 000 km). Any time you notice unusual wear, rotate your

When It’s Time for New Tires - One way to tell when it’s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which will appear when your tires h

1 /r\ CAUTION: Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving. If you mix tires of different sizes or types (radial and bias-belted

Traction -- A, B, C The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are A, €3, and C, and they represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavemen

Each new wheel should have the same load-carrying capacity, diameter, width, offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces. If you need

Tire Chains Appearance Care Remember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic. Others can burst into flame if you strike a match or get th

Don’t use any of these unless this manual says you can. In many uses, these will damage your vehicle: Alcohol Laundry Soap Bleach 0 Reducing Agents Cl

Using Solvent-Type Cleaner on Fabric First, see if you have to use solvent-type cleaner at all. Some spots and stains will clean off better with

Non-Greasy Stains Stains caused by catsup, coffee (black), egg, fruit, fruit juice, milk, soft drinks, wine, vomit, urine and blood can be remo

What's wrong with this? Ill l,--L-/ ! -.I I A: The belt is over an armrest. /II CAI, LION: - You can be seriously injured if your belt go

C- -7ing the Top of the Instrument Panel Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel. Sprays containing silico

Cleanjng the Outside of the Windshield, Backglass and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer, or if

Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle’s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water. D

Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts Bright metal parts should be cleaned regularly to keep their luster. Washing with water is all that is usua

Finish Damage Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the finish should be repaired right away. Bare metal will corrode quickly and may devel

Appearance Care Materials Chart I' 6-59

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

Headlamp Wiring The headlamp wiring is protected by a circuit breaker in the lamp switch. An electrical overload will cause the lamps to go on a

Instrument Panel Fuse Block m The fuse block is on the lower portion of the instrument panel on the driver's side. E7 C57 6 c7 4 cI1 3 2 17 E7

FuseKircuit Breaker 5 ... 6 ... 7 ... 8 ... 9 ... 10 ... 11 e. * e, e e. 12 ... 13 ... 14 ... Usag

@ What's wrong with this? A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times. I ' You can be se

Underhood Electrical Center --EKE _73 000 ;;z () (-) (-) (-1 (-) (,,,,,II) (7) (71 (7) (TI (7) (-1 (-1 m The underhood electrical center is located t

FuseKircuit Breaker UPFIT-BATT ... UPFIT-IGN ... Spare ... Fuse Puller* Spare ... Spare ... ECM-B ...

Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamps Quantity Trade No. Halogen Headlamps - 2 H6054 Sealed Beam Halogen Headlamps - Composite 2 9006 (Low Beam) Haloge

Crankcase Capacity Quantity* with Filter ... 4.5 quarts (4.3 L) After refill, the level must be checked. Do not overfill. Fuel Tank Capaci

Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement part numbers listed in this section are based on the latest information available at the time of pr

Section 7 Maintenance Schedule This section covers the maintenance required for your vehicle. Your vehicle needs these services to retain its saf

Introduction I IMPORTANT: I KEEP ENGINE OIL AT THE PROPER LEVEL AND CHANGE AS RECOMMENDED I protection I Plan Have you purchcrsed the GM Protection P

How This Section is Organized The remainder of this section is divided into five parts: “Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” shows what to h

Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Using Your Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working cond

Maintenance Schedule Short Trip/City Definition Follow the Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule if any one of these conditions is true for your veh

e.’ What’s wrong with this? I I I I I I 1 I I I 1 I A: The belt is twisted across the body. You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. I

Maintenance Schedule Follow this maintenance schedule only if none of the conditions from the Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule is true. Do not u

Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles ( 166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles

Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 3,000 Miles (5 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emissio

I Short Wip/City Maintenance Schedule I 9,000 Miles (15 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emis

I Short lkip/City Maintenance Schedule I 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emi

I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I 18,000 Miles (30 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emi

I Short TkipKity Maintenance Schedule 1 24,000 Miles (40 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Em

I Short 6iplCity Maintenance Schedule I 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Em

I Short ’MplCity Maintenance Schedule I 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) (Continued) - In hilly or mountainous terrain. - When doing frequent trailer

I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I 36,000 Miles (60 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An E

To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way. Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts wor

Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 42,000 Miles (70 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emis

I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I - In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 O F (32°C) or higher. - In h

I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I 51,000 Miles (85 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An E

I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 57,000 Miles (95 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emis

I I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 40,000 Miles (100 000 km) (Continued) - In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regula

I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I 63,000 Miles (105 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first)

I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 1 69,000 Miles (115 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An E

I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An E

Et TripKity Maintenance Schedule I 78,000 Miles (130 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emis

I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I 84,000 Miles (140 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An

The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s more likely that the fetus won’t be hur

I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An

I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 0 Replace fuel filter. An Emission Control Service. 0 Replace air cleaner filter. 0 Rotate tires. See &qu

I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 96,000 Miles (160 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).

I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) CI Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Control Service. Replace spark pl

Long TriplHighway Maintenance Schedule I The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles ( 166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles

7,500 Miles (12 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 0 Lubricate chassis components (or every 12

15,000 Miles (25 000 km) (Continued) - In hilly or mountainous terrain. - When doing frequent trailer towing. - Uses such as found in taxi, pol

I Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule 1 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). E

I Long Trip/Highwav Maintenance Schedule 1 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) (Continued) 0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index fo

1,ong Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 0 L

A CAUTION: Air bags inflate with great force, faster than the blink of an eye. If you’re too close to an inflating air bag, it could seriously

II,ongTriplHighway Maintenance Schedule I 52,500 Miles (87 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).

- In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 OF (32°C) or higher. - In hilly or mountainous terrain. - When do

Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule 67,500 Miles (112 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 0 L

- In hilly or mountainous terrain. - When doing frequent trailer towing. - Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service. If you do not use

90,000 Miles (150 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0 Lubricate ch

Replace fuel filter. An Emission Control Service. CI Replace air cleaner filter. El Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index fo

100,000 Miles (I66 000 km) 0 Inspect spark plug wires. 0 Replace spark plugs. 0 Inspect. Positive Crankcase Ventilation (Pcv) valve. An Emission

Part B: Owner Checks and Services Listed below are owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals specified to

At Least %ice a Year Automatic Transmission Check Restraint System Check Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, l

Starter Switch Check I A CAUTION: I When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly. If it does, you or others could

How the Air Bag System Works I Where are the air bags? The driver’s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel. The right front passenger

Ignition Ransmission Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition key to LOCK in each shift lever position. 0 T

Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed below are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, eac

Drive Axle Service Check readfront axle fluid level and add as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. Transfer Case

!‘ Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be o

I USAGE Front Wheel Bearings Differential, Front and Rear Axle I Transfer Case Windshield Washer Solvent FLUIDLUBRICANT Wheel bearing lubricant meetin

Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service in the box

Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7-52

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

Customer Satisfaction Procedure Chevrolet dealers have the facilities, trained technicians and up-to-date information to promptly address any concer

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

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. The path

For prompt assistance, please have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative: 0 Your name, address, home an

Chevrolet/Geo Roadside Assistance Program To enhance Chevrolet's strong commitment to customer satisfaction, Chevrolet is excited to anno

ROADSIDE Courtesy" Care PROVIDES: a a a 0 a a Roadside Basic Care services (as outlined above) Plus: FREE Non-Warranty Towing (to the closest d

For complete program details, see your Chevrolet/Geo dealer to obtain a Roadside Assistance Center brochure. The Roadside Assistance Center

Courtesy Transportation Chevrolet/Geo offers Courtesy Transportation for customers needing warranty service. Courtesy Transportation will be offered

GM Participation in an Alternative Dispute Resolution Program This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Canadian o

We prefer you utilize the Customer Satisfaction Procedure before you resort to AUTO LINE, but you may contact the BBB at any time. The BBB will atte

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT If you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you shou

1997 CHEVROLET/GEO SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your vehicle c

ORDER TOLL FREE Orders will be mailed within 10 days of receipt. Please allow ade uate time for postal (NOTE: For Credit Card Holders Only) service.

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

b NOTES 8-14

Section 9 Index Accessory Power Outlet ... 2-52 Add-on Equipment ... 4-30 AirBag ...

Brakes. Anti-Lock ... 4-7 Braking ... 4-6 Braking in Emergencies ...

Cooling System ... 5- I5 Courtesy Lamps ... 2-39 Courtesy Transportation ...

Engineoil ... 6-11 Adding ... 6-12 Additives ... 6-

Hearing Impaired. Customer Assistance ... 8-4 Heating ... 3-6 High-Beam Headlamps ...

Loading Your Vehicle ... 4-28 Cylinders ... 7-44 Door ...

Parking AtNight ... 2-14 Brake ... 2-23 BrakeMechanism Check ...

Right Front Passenger Position ... : ... 1-27 Roadside Assistance ... 8-5 Roadside Assistance. Canadian ...

Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster ... 1-20 SIR ... 1-27 Skidding ...

n-n 1-1 GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem and the name ASTRO are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation

Let only qualified technicians work on your air bag system. Improper service can mean that your air bag system won’t work properly. See yo

... TopStrap ... 1-54 Torque Lock ... 2-26 Torque. Wheel Nut ...

Windows ... Express-Down ... Power ... Swing-Out ... Windshield Washer ... Fluid ...

Service Station Checkpoints WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID P6-31 \ TIRES P6-43 / / ENGINE COOLANT RECOVERYTANK P6-27 /f!\> fi ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK SECON

Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle @ If I add a push bumper or a bicycle rack to the front of my vehicle, will it keep

Rear Seat Passengers It’s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up! Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are

d If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle, tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it. Pull up on the latch plate

The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong

I Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Your vehicle may have rear shoulder belt comfort guides. This feature will

I I 2. Slide the guide under and past the belt. The elastic cord must be under the belt. Then, place the guide over the belt, and insert the two edge

4. Buckle, position and release the safety belt as described in “Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions” earlier in this section. Make sure that the

c I When you sit in a center seating position, you have a lap safety belt, which has no retractor. To make the belt longer, tilt the latch plate and p

Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! That includes infants and all children smaller than adult size. In fact, the law in every state i

How to Use this Manual Many people read their owner’s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle. If you do this, it

- -- Never hold a baby in your arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn't weigh much -- until a crash. During a crash a baby will beco

Smaller Children and Babies (Cargo Vans) I 4 CAUTION: A very young child’s hip bones are so small that a regular belt might not stay low on the

heavy you can’t hold it. For example, in a crash at only 25 mph (40 kmk), a 12-lb. (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a 240-1b. (110 kg) fo

This child restraint system conforms to all applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. Each child restraint is designed for use only by

Securing a Child in the Built-in Child Restraint I--- 1. Lower the child restraint cushion. You’ll be using the child restraint’s harness (A)

i’ I Using the vehicle’s regular safety belts on a child seated on the child restraint cushion can cause serious injury to the child in a sudden stop

6. With the other side of the harness, pull the shoulder part of the harness out in a single motion and place the harness over the child’s shoulder.

9. Now fasten the left and right halves of the shoulder harness clip together. The purpose of this clip is to help keep the harness positione

10. Pull up on both shoulder harnesses to tighten the lap parts of the harness. 11. Adjust the position of the harness on the child’s shoulders by mo

Removing the Child from the Built-in Child Restraint 1. Unfasten the shoulder harness clip. 2. Unlatch the harness by pus the buckle. lhing

You will also find a circle with a slash through it in this book. This safety symbol means “Don’t,” “Don’t do this,” or “Don’t let this happen.” Veh

Storing the Built-in Child Restraint Always properly store the built-in child restraint before using the vehicle’s lap-shoulder belt. 1. Fasten

Child Restraints Be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is, it will have a label saying that it meets Federa

Where to Put the Restraint (Cargo Vans) The child restraint must be secured properly in the passenger seat. Never put a rear-facing child restraint

Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the

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. I 5.

Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Seat Position (Bench Seat) You'll be using the lap belt. See the earlier part about the top

5. 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. 6. To t

Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position Your vehicle has a front passenger air bag. Never put a rear-facing child restrain

You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. 1. Because your vehicle has a front pa

6. Pull the rest of the lap belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 7. To tighten the belt, feed the lap belt back into the 8.

Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols you may find on your vehicle. For example, these symbols are used on an original battery: POSSIBLE A

Larger Children Children who have outgrown child restraints should wear the vehicle’s safety belts. If you have the choice, a child should sit next to

I- Never do this. Here two children are wearing the same belt. The belt can’t properly spread the impact forces. In a crash, the two children can be

Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the be

Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, your

Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash If you’ve had a crash, do you need new safety belts or built-in child restraint parts? After a very m

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

Keys A CAUTION: Leaving young children in a vehicle --I with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. A child or others could be b

This vehicle has one double-sided key for the ignition and door locks. It will fit with either side up. The bar-coded tag has a code on it that tel

Front Doors To open the front side door from the outside, grasp the handle and pull the door open. To open the front side door from the inside, pull

To open the driver’s side rear door, pull on the latch release handle in the inside of the door. To fully open the rear doors, push in on the cli

Model Reference This manual covers these models: Cargo Van Passenger Van vi

Door Locks Unlocked doors can be dangerous. Passengers -- especially children -- can easily open the doors and fall out. When a door is locked, th

Power Door LC ’-- (If Equipped) If your vehicle has power door locks, press the power door lock switch to lock or unlock all the doors at once. T

This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry and Science Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cau

Battery Replacement Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter should last about two years. You can tell the battery is w

Synchronization Synchronization may be necessary due to the security method used by this system. The transmitter does not send the same signal twice

A UTION: If your vehicle is facing downward on a steep grade (15 percent or more), the door may not stay open and could slam shut, possibly

To use this feature, do the following: 1. Move the lever all the way up. 2. Close the door. To open the sliding side door while the child security loc

Rear Hatch and Dutch Doors Release (Option) If you have this option, your vehicle must be in either PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) to release the hatch

Theft 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 s

New Vehicle “Break-In” Ignition Positior- - NOTICE: Your modern vehicle doesn’t need an elaborate “break-in.” But it will perform better in

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

NOTICE: Don’t operate accessories in the ACCESSORY position for long periods of time. Prolonged operation of accessories in the ACCESSORY posi

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.

3. If your engine still won’t start (or starts but then stops), wait 15 seconds and start over. When the engine starts, let go of the key and the ac

A CAUTION: Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock. Also, the wrong kind of extension cord could overh

REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up. Don’t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you have left the engine ru

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 NE

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 mu

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

Shiftir: Into PARK (P) A CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking br

Move the lever up as far as it will go. 3. Turn the ignition key to LOCK. 4. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can remove the key from your