1997 Chevrolet Malibu Owners Manual

sure there is room in front of your vehicle in case it begins to roll. Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move.

Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on parking brake.

the regular brake, set the

To check the parking brake’s holding ability: With the engine running and transaxle in NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal. Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only. To check the PARK (P) mechanism’s holding ability: With the engine running, shift to PARK (P). Then release all brakes.

Underbody Flushing Service At least every spring, use plain water to flush any corrosive materials from the underbody. Take care to clean thoroughly any areas where mud and other debris can collect.

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Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed below are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring and fall). You should let your GM dealer’s service department or other qualified service center do these jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Proper procedures to perform these services may be found in a GM service manual. See “Service and Owner Publications” in the Index. Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection Inspect the front and rear suspension and steenng system for damaged, loose or missing parts, signs of wear or lack of lubrication. Inspect the power steering lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Clean and then inspect the drive axle boot seals for damage, tears or leakage. Replace seals if necessary. Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the body near the exhaust system. Look for broken, damaged, missing or out-of-position parts as well as open seams, holes, loose

connections or other conditions which could cause a heat build-up in the floor pan or could let exhaust fumes into the vehicle. See “Engine Exhaust” in the Index. Radiator and Heater Hose Inspection Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, fittings and clamps; replace as needed. Throttle Linkage Inspection Inspect the throttle linkage for interference or binding, and for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts as needed. Replace any cables that have high effort or excessive wear. Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise control cables. Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition. Also inspect drum brake linings for wear and cracks. Inspect other brake parts, including drums, wheel cylinders, calipers, parking brake, etc. The parking brake is self-adjusting and no manual adjustment is required. You may need to have your brakes inspected more often if your driving habits or conditions result in frequent braking.

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Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your GM dealer. USAGE I Engine Oil

FLUIDLUBRICANT

Engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines “Starburst” symbol of the proper viscosity. To determine the preferred viscosity for your vehicle’s engine, see “Engine Oil” in the Index. 50/50 mixture of clean water (preferably distilled) and use only GM Goodwrench@ DEX-COOL TM or Havoline@ DEX-COOL coolant. See “Engine Coolant” in the Index. Delco Supreme ll@ Brake Fluid (GM Part No. 12377967 or equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid).

TM

I Engine Coolant

Hydraulic Brake System

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DEXRON@-I11

Automatic

Automatic Transmission Transaxle Fluid. Key Lock Cylinders

USAGE

FLUIDLUBRICANT

Power Steering GM Power Steering Fluid (GM System

Part No. 1052884 - 1 pint, 1050017 - 1 quart, or equivalent).

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Multi-Pu ose lubricant, Superlube % (GM Part No. 12346241 or equivalent). GM Optikleen@ Washer Solvent (GM Part No. 1051515) or equivalent. Lubriplate lubricant aerosol (GM Part No. 12346293 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI # 2, Category LB or GC-LB.

Windshield Washer Solvent Hood Latch Assembly, Pivots, Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Hood and Door Multi-pu ose lubricant, Hinges Superlube

% (GM Part No. 1234624 1 or equivalent). Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM

No. 12345579 or equivalent).

Weatherstrip Conditioning Part

See “Replacement Parts” in the Index for recommended replacement filters and spark plugs.

Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval. Any additional information from “Owner Checks and

Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” can be added on the following record pages. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts. Your owner information portfolio is a convenient place to store them.

Maintenance Record

DATE

ODOMETER READING

SERVICED BY

MAINTENANCE PERFORMED

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Maintenance Record

MAINTENANCE PERFORMED

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0 Section 8 Custc-: 3r A %st;

- Info]-I- xtion

Here you will find out how to contact Chevrolet if you need assistance. This section also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects.

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Customer Satisfaction Procedure Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users ChevroletIGeo Roadside Assistance Program Canadian Roadside Assistance Courtesy Transportation GM Participation in an Alternative Dispute Resolution Program

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Warranty Information Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors Ordering Service and Owner Publications in Canada

Customer Satisfaction Procedure

Chevrolet dealers have the facilities, trained technicians and up-to-date information to promptly address any concerns you may have. However, if a concern has not been resolved to your complete satisfaction, take the following steps: STEP ONE -- Discuss your concern with a member of dealership management. Normally, concerns can be quickly resolved at that level. If the matter has already been reviewed with the Sales, Service or Parts Manager, contact the owner of the dealership or the General Manager.

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STEP TWO -- If after contacting a member of dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help, contact the Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center by calling 1-800-222- 1020. In Canada, contact GM of Canada Customer Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French). For help outside of the United States and Canada, call the following numbers as appropriate:

In Mexico: (525) 625-3256 In Puerto Rico: 1-800-496-9992 (English) or 1-800-496-9993 (Spanish)

In the U.S. Virgin Islands: 1-800-496-9994

0 In the Dominican Republic: 1-800-75 1-4135

(English) or 1-800-751-4136 (Spanish)

0 In the Bahamas: 1-800-389-0009 0 In Bermuda, Barbados, Antigua and the British

Virgin Islands: 1-800-534-0122

0 In all other Caribbean countries: (809) 763- 13 15 0 In other overseas locations, call GM International

Product Center in Canada at: (905) 644-41 12.

in the dealership,

Refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet for addresses of GM Overseas offices. When contacting Chevrolet, please remember that your concern will likely be resolved using the dealer’s facilities, equipment and personnel. That is why we suggest you follow Step One first if you have a concern. Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users To assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTYs), Chevrolet has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center. Any TTY user can communicate with Chevrolet by dialing: 1-800-833-CHEV. (TTY users in Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.)

For prompt assistance, please have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative:

Your name, address, home and business telephone numbers Vehicle Identification Number (This is available from the vehicle registration or title, or the plate at the top left of the instrument panel and visible through the windshield.) Dealership name and location Vehicle delivery date and present mileage

0 Nature of concern We encourage you to call us so we can give your inquiry prompt attention. However, if you wish to write Chevrolet, address your inquiry to:

Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 7047 Troy, MI 48007-7047

In Canada, write to:

General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario LlH 8P7

ChevroletlGeo Roadside Assistance Program

To enhance Chevrolet's strong commitment to customer satisfaction, Chevrolet is excited to announce the establishment of the ChevroletIGeo Roadside Assistance Center. As the owner of a 1997 ChevroletIGeo, membership in Roadside Assistance is free.

Roadside Assistance is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, by calling 1-800-CHEV-USA (1-800-243-8872). This toll-free number will provide you over-the-phone roadside assistance with minor mechanical problems. If your problem cannot be resolved over the phone, our advisors have access to a nationwide network of dealer recommended service providers. Roadside membership is free, however some services may incur costs. Roadside offers two levels of service to the customer, Basic Care and Courtesy'" Care:

Toll-free number, 1 -800-CHEV-USA Free towing for warranty repairs Basic over-the-phone technical advice Available dealer services at reasonable costs (ie., wrecker services, locksmithkey service, glass repair, etc.)

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ROADSIDE Courtesy" Care PROVIDES: 0 Roadside Basic Care services (as outlined above)

Plus: FREE Non-Warranty Towing (to the closest dealer from a legal roadway)

0 FREE LocksmitldKey Service (when keys are lost

on the road or locked inside) FREE Flat Tire Service (spare installed on the road)

0 FREE Jump Start (at home or on the road) 0 FREE Fuel Delivery ($5 of fuel delivered on

the road)

ChevroletIGeo offers Courtesy Transportation for customers needing warranty service. Courtesy Transportation will be offered in conjunction with the coverage provided by the Bumper to Bumper New Vehicle Limited Warranty to eligible purchasers of 1997 ChevroletIGeo passenger car and light duty trucks. (Please see your selling dealer for details.) Note: Courtesy Care is available to Retail and Retail Lease Customers operating 1997 and newer Chevrolet/Geo vehicles for a period of 3 years/36,000 miles (60 0o0 km), whichever occurs first. All Courtesy Care services must be pre-arranged by Chevrolet Roadside or dealer Service Management. Basic Care and Courtesy Care are not part of or included in the coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Chevrolet reserves the right to modify or discontinue Basic Care and Courtesy Care at any time.

For complete program details, see your Chevrolet/Geo dealer to obtain a Roadside Assistance Center brochure. The Roadside Assistance Center uses companies that will provide you with quality and priority service. When roadside services are required, our advisors will explain any payment obligations that may be incurred for utilizing outside services. For prompt assistance when calling, please have the following available to give to the advisor:

Please refer to the Roadside Assistance brochure inside your owner information portfolio for full program details. Canadian Roadside Assi ‘an-? Vehicles purchased in Canada have an extensive Roadside Assistance program accessible from anywhere in Canada or the United States. Please refer to the separate brochure provided by the dealer or call 1-800-268-6800 for emergency services.

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)

0 License plate number 0 Vehicle color

Vehicle location Telephone number where you can be reached Vehicle mileage Description of problem

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0 Chevrolet/Geo Courtesy Transportation is not part of the Bumper to Bumper New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Chevrolet/Geo reserves the right to make any changes or discontinue Courtesy Transportation at any time without notification. For additional program details, contact your Chevrolet/Geo dealer.

Some state insurance regulations make it impractical to rent vehicles to people under 21 years of age. If you are under 21 and have difficulty renting a vehicle, Chevrolet will reimburse up to $30/day for documented transportation you receive. For warranty repairs during the Complete Vehicle Coverage period in the New Vehicle Limited Warranty, interim transportation may be available under the Courtesy Transportation Program. Please consult your dealer for details. The Roadside Assistance program is available only in the United States and Canada. In Canada, please consult your GM dealer for information on Courtesy Transportation.

Courtesy Transportation Chevrolet/Geo offers Courtesy Transportation for customers needing warranty service. Courtesy Transportation will be offered in conjunction with the coverage provided by the Bumper to Bumper New Vehicle Limited Warranty to retail purchasers of 1997 Chevrolet/Geo passenger cars and light duty trucks (please see your selling dealer for details). Courtesy Transportation includes:

One way shuttle ride for any warranty repair completed during the same day. Up to $30 maximum daily vehicle rental allowance for any overnight warranty repair up to five days, OR Up to $30 maximum daily cab, bus or other transportation allowance in lieu of rental for any overnight warranty repair up to five days, OR Up to $10 daily fuel allowance for rides provided by another person (i.e., friend, neighbor, etc.) in lieu of rental for any overnight warranty repair up to five days. Note: All Courtesy Transportation arrangements will be administered by your Chevrolet/Geo dealer service management. Claim amounts should reflect all actual costs.

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GM Participation in an Alternative Dispute Resolution Program This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Canadian owners refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet for information on the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP). General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and/or to discontinue its participation in this program. Both Chevrolet and your Chevrolet dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with your new vehicle. Our experience has shown that, if a situation arises where you feel your concern has not been adequately addressed, the Customer Satisfaction Procedure described earlier in this section is very successful. There may be instances where an impartial third party can assist in arriving at a solution to a disagreement regarding vehicle repairs or interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. To assist in resolving these disagreements, Chevrolet voluntarily participates in BBB AUTO LINE.

BBB AUTO LINE is an out-of-court program administered by the Better Business Bureau system to settle automotive disputes. This program is available free of charge to customers who currently own or lease a GM vehicle. If you are not satisfied after following the Customer Satisfaction Procedure, you may contact the toll-free telephone number, or write them at the following address:

the BBB using

BBB AUTO LINE Council of Better Business Bureaus, Inc. 4200 Wilson Boulevard Suite 800 Arlington, VA 22203- 1804 Telephone: 1 - 800-955-5 100

To file a claim, you will be asked to provide your name and address, your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and a statement of the nature of your complaint. Eligibility is limited by vehicle age and mileage, and other factors.

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 attempt to resolve the complaint serving as an intermediary. If this mediation is unsuccessful, an informal hearing will be scheduled where eligible customers may present their case to an impartial third-party arbitrator. The arbitrator will make a decision which you may accept or reject. If you accept the decision, GM will be bound by that decision. The entire dispute resolution procedure should ordinarily take about 40 days from the time you file a claim until a decision is made. Some state laws may require you to use this program before filing a claim with a state-run arbitration program or in the courts. For further information, contact the BBB at 1-800-955-5100 or the Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-222- 1020. Warranty Information Your vehicle comes with a separate warranty booklet that contains detailed warranty information.

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in addition to notifying General Motors. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer or General Motors. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in the Washington, D.C. area) or write to:

NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation Washington, D.C. 20590

You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline.

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT If you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should immediately notify Transport Canada, in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited. You may write to:

Transport Canada Box 8880 Ottawa, Ontario KlG 352

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you’ll notify us. Please call us at 1-800-222-1020 or write:

Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 7047 Troy, Michigan 48007-7047

In Canada, please call us at 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French). Or, write: General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario LlH 8P7

Ordering Service and Owner Public.. I _Ins in Canada Service manuals, service bulletins, owner’s manuals and other service literature are available for purchase for all current and past model General Motors vehicles. The toll-free telephone number for ordering information in Canada is 1-800-668-5539.

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1997 CHEVROLET/GEO SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATIC The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your vehicle can be purchased by filling

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the Service Publication Order Form in this book and mailing it in with your check, money order,

or credit card information to Helm, Incorporated (address below.)

CURRENT PUBLICATIONS FOR 1997 CHEVROLET/GEO

SERVICE MANUALS Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $90.00 TRANSMISSION, TRANSAXLE, TRANSFER CASE UNIT REPAIR MANUAL This manual provides information on unit repair service procedures, adjustments and specifications for the 1997 GM transmissions, transaxles and transfer cases. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $40.00 SERVICE BULLETINS Service Bulletins give technical service information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks. Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle.

OWNER’S INFORMATION Owner publications are written directly for Owners and intended to provide basic operational information about tht vehicle. The owner’s manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models. In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Owner’s Manual and Warranty Booklet. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $1 5.00 Without Portfolio: Owner’s Manual only. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $10.00 CURRENT & PAST MODEL ORDER FORMS Service Publications are available for current and past model GM vehicles. To request an order form, please specify year and model name of the vehicle.

HELM, INCORPORATED P.O. Box 07130 Detroit, MI 48207

For purchases outside U.S.A. please write to the above address for quotation.

NOTE: Dealers and Companies please provide dealer or company name, and also the name of the person to whose attention the shipment should be sent. Mail completed order form to:

(STREET ADDRESS-NO P.O. BOX NUMBERS)

(CUSTOMER’S NAME)

(ATTENTION)

(ZIP CODE)

(C1l-Y)

DAYTIME TELEPHONE NO.

Cheek or Money Order payable to only - da not send cash.) Helm, Inc. (USA funds c] VISA

MasterCard

mc

Expiration Date mot’yr:

(STATE)

HE-ORD97 *(Prices are subject

to change without notice and without incurring

obligation. Allow ample time for delivery.)

AREA CODE

Note to Canadian Customers: All listed prices are quoted in U.S. funds. Canadian residents are to make checks payable in U.S. funds. To cover Canadian postage, add $11.50 plus the U.S. order processing.

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Section 9 Index

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Accessory Power Outlet ......................... 2-46 Adding Equipment to Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3 Adjuster. Seat .............................. 1.2. 1-47 AirBag ....................................... 1-21 How Does it Restrain .......................... 1-25 How it Works ................................ 1-23 Location .................................... 1-23 Readiness Light ......................... Servicing ................................... 1-27 What Makes it Inflate .......................... 1-25 What Will You See After it Inflates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-25 When Should it Inflate ......................... 1-24 Air Bag Readiness Light .................... Air Cleaner .................................... 6- 17 Air Conditioning ................................ 3-2 Air Conditioning Refrigerants ..................... 6-62 Alignment and Balance. Tire ...................... 6-42 Aluminum Wheels. Cleaning ...................... 6-50 Antenna. Fixed ................................. 3-24 Antifreeze ..................................... 6- 18 Anti-Lock

Brake System Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.56. 4.7 Brakes ................................. 2.56. 4.7

Anti.Theft. Radio ..............................

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Appearancecare ............................... 6-44 Appearance Care Materials ....................... 6-52 Arbitration Program .............................. 8-9 Ashtray ....................................... 2-44 Audio Equipment. Adding . . . . . . . . . 2-1 5.2.16.3.22. 6.54 Audio Systems .................................. Auto-Down Window ............................ Automatic Light Control ......................... Automatic Transaxle Fluid ....................................... 6-18 Operation ................................... 2-18 Park Mechanism Check ........................ 7-40 Shifting ..................................... 2-19

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Backing Up with a Trailer ....................... 4-37 Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-28 Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3 Replacement. Keyless Entry System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8 Saver ...................................... 2-39 Warnings .................................... 5-3 BBB Auto Line ................................. 8-9 Before Leaving on a Long Trip .................... 4-21 Better Business Bureau Mediation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9

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Brake

Adjustment .................................. 6-28 Fluid ....................................... 6-24 Master Cylinder .............................. 6-24 Parking ..................................... 2-22 Pedal Travel ................................. 6-28 Replacing System Parts ........................ 6-28 System Warning Light .................... 2.55. 6.25 Trailer ...................................... 4-36 Transaxle Shift Interlock .................. 2.25. 7.39 Transaxle Shift Interlock Check .................. 7-39 Wear ....................................... 6-27 4-6 4-9 2- 13

Brakes. Anti-Lock .......................... 2.56. 4.7 Braking ........................................ Braking in Emergencies ........................... .......................... Break.In. New Vehicle BTSI .................................... 2.25. 7.39 BTSICheck ................................... Bulb Replacement ..............................

7-39 6-29 Back-up Lamp .............................. 6-32 CHMSL .................................... 6-32 Dome Lamp ................................. 6-34 Headlamps .................................. 6-29 Taillamp .................................... 6-32 Canadian Roadside Assistance .................... 8-7 Capacities and Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-61 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10.2.26.4.27. 4.36 Carbon Monoxide Cassette Deck Service ........................... 7-37 Cassette Tape Player ........................ 3.9. 3. 18 Cassette Tape Player Care ........................ 3-23 CD Adapter Kit ................................ 3- 13 CDPlayer ..................................... 3-14 CD Player Theft-Deterrent Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 19 9-2

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Center Console Storage Area ...................... 2-42 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp Bulb Replacement .... 6-32 Center Rear Passenger Position .................... 1-33 Certification Label .............................. 4-31 Chains. Safety ................................. 4-36 Chains. Tire ................................... 6-43 Changing a Flat Tire ............................. 5-20 Charging System Indicator Light 2-54 Check Engine Light ............................ 2-57 Check Oil Light ........................... 2-61 6-12 Checking Your Restraint Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-47 Chemical Paint Spotting ......................... 6-51 Child Restraints ............................... 1-35 Securing in a Rear Outside Seat Position . . .. . . .. . . 1-38 Securing in the Center Rear Seat Position .......... 1-40 Securing in the Right Front Seat Position .......... 1-42 TopStrap ................................... 1-37 ................................ 1-36 Where to Put ....................... Circuit Breakers and Fuses 6-55 Cleaner. Air ................................... 6-17 Cleaning ...................................... 6-44 Aluminum Wheels ............................ 6-50 Exterior LampsLenses ........................ 6-49 Fabric ...................................... 6-45 Glass ....................................... 6-47 Inside of Your Chevrolet ....................... 6-44 Instrumentpanel ............................. 6-47 Outside of Your Chevrolet ...................... 6-48 Special Problems ............................. 6-46 Stains ...................................... 6-46 Tires ....................................... 6-50 Vinyl ....................................... 6-46 Wheels ..................................... 6-50 Windshield and Wiper Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-48

Climate Control System ........................... 3-2 Clock. Setting the ................................ 3-7 Comfort Controls ................................ 3-2 Compact Disc Care ............................. 3-24 Compact Disc Player ............................ 3-14 Compact Spare Tire ............................. 5-32 Control of a Vehicle .............................. 4-6 ConvenienceNet ............................... 2-44 Convex Outside Mirror .......................... 2-41 Coolant ....................................... 6-18 Adding ..................................... 6-21 Checking ................................... 6-20 Heater. Engine ............................... 2- 17 SurgeTank .................................. 5-14 Surge Tank Pressure Cap ....................... 6-22 Cooling System ................................ 5-14 Courtesy Transportation ........................... 8-8 Cruise Control ................................. 2-33 CruiseLight ................................... 2-62 Cupholder. Center Console ....................... 2-43 Cupholder. Instrument Panel ...................... 2-43 Cupholder. Rear Seat ............................ 2-43 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone Users ......... 8-4 Customer Assistance Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8- 1 Customer Satisfaction Procedure .................... 8-2

Damage. Finish ............................... 6-51 Damage. Sheet Metal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-50 Daytime Running Lamps ......................... 2-37 ................................... 5-3 Dead Battery

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Defects. Reporting Safety ........................ 8-10 Defensive Driving ............................... 4-2 .......................... Defogger. Rear Window 3-5 Defogging ..................................... 3-4 Defrosting ..................................... 3-4 ............................ 6-62 Dimen ions. Vehicle ....................... Dolby B Noise Reduction Dome Lamp ................................... 2-39 Dome Lamp Bulb Replacement .................... 6-34 DoorLocks ..................................... 2-4 Drive. Automatic ............................... 2-20 Driver Position ................................. 1-12 Driving City ........................................ 4-19 Defensive .................................... 4-2 Drunken ..................................... 4-3 Freeway .................................... 4-20 InaBlizzard ................................. 4-26 In Foreign Countries ........................... 6-5 In the Rain .................................. 4-16 Night ...................................... 4-15 OnCurves ................................... 4-9 On Grades While Towing a Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-37 On Hill and Mountain Roads .................... 4-22 On Snow and Ice ............................. 4-25 Throughwater ............................... 4-18 WetRoads .................................. 4-16 Winter ...................................... 4-24 With a Trailer ................................ 4-37 DrunkenDriving ................................ 4-3

Electrical Equipment. Adding ..... 2.15.2.16.3.22. 6.64 Electrical System ............................... 6-54 Engine .................................. 6.10. 6.11 Coolant ..................................... 6-18 Coolant Heater ............................... 2-17 Coolant Levelcheck .......................... 7-37 Coolant Temperature Gage ..................... 2-56 Exhaust ...................... 2.10.2.26.4.27. 4.36 FuseBlock .................................. 6-58 Identification ................................ 6-53 Oil Level Check .............................. 7-37 Overheating ................................. 5-12 Running While Parked ......................... 2-26 Specifications ................................ 6-62 Starting Your ........................... 2- 14. 2. 16 EngineOil .................................... 6-12 Adding ..................................... 6-13 Additives ................................... 6-16 Checking ................................... 6-13 Pressure Warning Light ........................ 2-60 Used ....................................... 6-17 What Kind to Use ............................. 6- 15 Whentochange .............................. 6-16 Ethanol ........................................ 6-4 Exterior Lamps ................................. 2-36

Fabric Cleaning ............................... 6-45 FillingYourTank ................................ 6-5 Filter. Air ..................................... 6-17 Finishcare .................................... 6-49

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Finish Damage ................................. 6-51 First Gear. Automatic Transaxle ................... 2-21 ......................... 5-2 Flashers. Hazard Warning Flash-to-Pass .................................. 2-30 Flat Tire. Changing ............................. 5-20 Fluids and Lubricants ............................ 7-42 FogLmps .................................... 2-38 Following Distance with a Trailer .................. 4-37 Foreign Countries. Fuel ........................... 6-5 .. ........................... FrenchLanguageManual 11 FrontTowing .................................. 5-10 Fuel .......................................... 6-3 Filling Your Tank .............................. 6-5 Gage ....................................... 2-64 In Foreign Countries ........................... 6-5 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ....................... 6-55

Gages

Engine Coolant Temperature .................... 2-56 Fuel ....................................... 2-64 Tachometer .................................. 2-52 Garment Hook ................................. 2-46 GAWR ....................................... 4-31 Gear Positions. Automatic Transaxle ................ 2-19 GloveBox .................................... 2-42 Gross Axle Weight Rating ........................ 4-31 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ...................... 4-31 .. ................................. Guide 11 GVWR ....................................... 4-31

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Halogen Bulbs ................................ 6-29 Hazard Warning Flashers .......................... 5-2 ................................. 1-5 Head Restraints Headlamps .................................... 2-36 Bulb Replacement ............................ 6-29 High& ow Beam Changer ...................... 2-30 OnReminder ................................ 2-36 Wiring ..................................... 6-54 Hearing Impaired. Customer Assistance .............. 8-4 Heating ........................................ 3-4 High-Beam Headlamps .......................... 2-30 Highway Hypnosis .............................. 4-22 Hill and Mountain Roads ......................... 4-22 Hitches. Trailer ................................. 4-36 Hood Checking Things Under ......................... 6-7 Release ...................................... 6-8 HOITI ......................................... 2-28 Hydroplaning .................................. 4- 18

Ignition Positions .............................. 2- 13 Ignition Transaxle Lock Check .................... 7-40 Illuminated EntryLExit ........................... 2-39 Inflation. Tire .................................. 6-36 Inside Daymight Rearview Mirror ................. 2-40 Inspections .................................... 7-41 Brakesystem ................................ 7-41 Exhaust Systems ............................. 7-41 .................. 7-41 Front-Wheel-Drive Axle Boot Front-Wheel-Drive Axle Seal ................... 7-41 Radiator and Heater Hose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-41 Steering .................................... 7-41

Suspension .................................. 7-41 Throttle Linkage .............................. 7-41 Instrument Panel ............................... 2-48 Cleaning .................................... 6-47 Cluster ..................................... 2-50 FuseBlock .................................. 6-55 ............................. 2-38 Intensity Control Interior Lamps ................................. 2-38

.................................... 5-22 Jack. Tire Jump Starting ................................... 5-3

K e y Lock Cylinders Service ..................... 7-38 Keyless Entry System ............................ 2-6 Battery Replacement ........................... 2-8 Operation .................................... 2-7 Synchronization ............................... 6-9 Keys .......................................... 2-2

Labels ....................................... 6-53 Certification ................................. 4-31 Service Parts Identification ..................... 6-53 Tire-Loading Information ...................... 4-30 Vehicle Identification Number ................... 6-53 Lamps ........................................ 2-36 Exterior .................................... 2-36 Fog ........................................ 2-38 Interior ..................................... 2-38 MirrorReading ............................... 2-39 OnReminder ................................ 2-36

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2.61. 6.12

Leaving Your Vehicle ............................. 2-6 Leaving Your Vehicle with the Engine Running ....... 2-24 Lighter ....................................... 2-44 Lights

Air Bag Readiness ....................... 1.22. 2.54 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.56. 4.7 Brake System Warning .................... 2.55. 6.25 Charging System Indicator ...................... 2-54 CheckEngine ................................ 2-57 CheckOil .............................. Cruise ...................................... 2-62 DoorAjar ................................... 2-63 Interior ..................................... 2-38 Low Coolant Warning .................... 2.57. 6.21 LowWash .................................. 2-62 Oil Pressure Warning .......................... 2-60 Passlock@ Warning ........................... 2-6 1 Safety Belt Reminder ...................... Service Vehicle Soon .......................... 2-63 ........................... 4-30 Loading Your Vehicle Lock Out Switch ............................... 2-28 Locks ......................................... 2-4 Cylinders ................................... 7-38 Door ........................................ 2-4 Key Lock Cylinder Service ..................... 7-38 PowerDoor .................................. 2-5 Rear Door Security ............................. 2-5 Low Coolant Warning Light ................. 2.57. 6.21 Lubricants and Fluids ............................ 7-42 Lubrication Service. Body ........................ 7-38

1.8. 2.53

Maintenance. ~ o r m a l Replacement parts ........... 6-62 Maintenance Record ............................ 7-43 Maintenanceschedule ............................ 7-1 Introduction .................................. 7-2 Long Tripmighway Definition ................... 7-6 Long Tripmighway Intervals ..................... 7-6 Owner Checks and Services ..................... 7-37 Periodic Maintenance Inspections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-41 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ............. 7-42 Scheduled Maintenance Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-4 Selecting the Right Schedule ..................... 7-4 Short TripKity Definition ....................... 7-5 Short TripKity Intervals ........................ 7-5 Maintenance. Underbody ......................... 6-51 Maintenance When Trailer Towing ................. 4-40 Making Turns with a Trailer ...................... 4-38 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...................... 2-57 ManualFrontSeat ............................... 1-2 Manual Remote Control Mirror .................... 2-40 Methanol ...................................... 6-4 Mirror Reading Lamps ........................... 2-39 Mirrors ....................................... 2-40 Convex Outside .............................. 2-41 Inside Daymight Rearview ..................... 2-40 Manual Remote Control ........................ 2-40 Outside ..................................... 2-40 Power Remote Control ......................... 2-41 Visorvanity ................................. 2-45 Mountain Roads ................................ 4-22 Multifunction Lever ............................. 2-29

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N e t . Convenience .............................. Neutral. Automatic Transaxle ..................... New Vehicle “Break-In” ......................... Night Vision ...................................

2-44 2-20 2- 13 4-15

Odometer .................................... 2-51 Odometer. Trip ................................. 2-51 Off-Road Recovery ............................. 4- 11 Oil. Engine .................................... 6-12 Oil Pressure Warning Light ....................... 2-60 Outside Mirror ................................. 2-40 Overheating Engine ............................. 5-12 Owner Checks and Services ....................... 7-37 Owner Publications. Ordering ..................... 8- 12

Parking

Paint Spotting. Chemical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-51 Park Automatic Transaxle .......................... 2- 19 Shifting Into . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-23 Shifting Out of ............................... 2-25 AtNight .................................... 2-12 Brake ...................................... 2-22 Brake Mechanism Check ....................... 7-40 Lots ....................................... 2-12 Over Things That Burn ........................ 2-25 WithaTrailer ................................ 4-39 Passenger Position .............................. 1-2 1 Passing ....................................... 4-12 Passing with a Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-37

Passlock” .................................... 2-12 Passlock” Warning Light ........................ 2-61 Periodic Maintenance Inspections .................. 7-41 Power Accessory Outlet ............................. 2-46 DoorLocks ................................... 2-5 Option Fuses ................................ 6-54 Remote Control Mirror ........................ 2-41 Seat ......................................... 1-3 Steering ..................................... 4-9 Steering Fluid ................................ 6-22 Windows ................................... 2-27 Pregnancy. Use of Safety Belts .................... 1-20 ............................ 5-2 Problems on the Road Publications. Service and Owner ................... 8-12

Radiator ..................................... 5-14 Radio Reception ................................ 3-22 Radios ........................................ 3-7 Rain, Driving In ................................ 4-16 Rear ........................... 2-5 Door Security Locks Outside Seat Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-27 Safety Belt Comfort Guides ..................... 1-30 Seatpassengers .............................. 1-27 Towing ..................................... 5-11 Window Defogger ............................. 3-5 Rearview Mirror ................................ 2-40 Inside Daymight ............................. 2-40 Reclining Front Seatbacks ......................... 1-4 Recreational Vehicle Towing ...................... 4-28

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6-62

Replacement

Refrigerants. Air Conditioning Remote

.................... .......................... Cassette Tape Player 3- 18 Trunk Release ................................ 2- 10 Trunk Release Lockout ........................ 2- 10 Bulbs ...................................... 6-61 Parts ....................................... 6-62 Wheel ...................................... 6-42 Replacing Safety Belts ........................... 1-47 Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 8- 10 Restraints Checking ................................... 1-47 Child ....................................... 1-35 Head ........................................ 1-5 Replacing Parts After a Crash ................... 1-47 Systemcheck ................................ 7-38 Reverse. Automatic Transaxle ..................... 2- 19 .................... Right Front Passenger Position 1-21 Roadside Assistance .............................. 8-5 Roadside Assistance. Canadian ..................... 8-7 ........................... 5-33 Rocking Your Vehicle Rotation. Tires ................................. 6-37

safety Belt Extender ............................ 1-47 Safety Belt Reminder Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.8. 2.53 .................................... Safety Belts 1-7 Adults ...................................... 1-12 Care ....................................... 6-47 Center Rear Passenger Position .................. 1-33 Children .................................... 1-34

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1-12 1-47 1-12

1-16. 1-45. 1-46

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Driver Position ............................... Extender .................................... How to Wear Properly ......................... Incorrect Usage LapBelt .................................... 1-33 Lap-Shoulder ........................... 1 . 12. 1-27 Larger Children .............................. 1-44 Passenger Position ............................ 1-21 Questions and Answers ........................ 1-11 Rear Comfort Guides .......................... 1-30 Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-27 Rear Seat Passengers .......................... 1-27 Reminder Light .......................... 1-8. 2-53 Replacing After a Crash ........................ 1-47 Right Front Passenger Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster ................... 1-15 Smaller Children and Babies .................... 1-34 Use During Pregnancy ......................... 1-20 WhyTheyWork ............................... 1-8 Safety Chains .................................. 4-36 ........................ 8-10 Safety Defects. Reporting Safety Warnings and Symbols ....................... vii Scheduled Maintenance Services .................... 7-4 Seat Adjuster .............................. 1-2. 1-47 Seatback. Reclining Front ......................... 1-4 Seats ManualFront ................................. Power ....................................... Rear ........................................ Restraint Systems .............................. Seat Controls ................................. Securing a Child Restraint ......................

1-2 1-3 1-5 1-2 1-2 1-38

Second Gear. Automatic Transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-21 Service ........................................ 6-2 Bulletins. Ordering ............................ 8- 12 Manuals. Ordering ............................ 8- 12 Parts Identification Label ....................... 6-53 Publications. Ordering ......................... 8- 12 Work. Doing Your Own ......................... 6-2 Service and Appearance Care ...................... 6-2 Service and Owner Publications ................... 8-12 Ordering in Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8- 12 Service Publications ............................. 8- 12 Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Chevrolet . . . . . . . . . 1-27 Sheet Metal Damage ............................ 6-50 ShiftLever .................................... 2-23 Shifting Automatic Transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2- 19 Into Park (P) ................................. 2-23 Out of Park .................................. 2-25 1 - 15 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster ..................... SignalingTurns ................................ 2-29 Skidding ...................................... 4- 13 Sound Equipment. Adding . . . . . . . . . 2- 15.2-16.3-22. 6-54 Spare Tire. Compact ............................. 5-32 Specifications and Capacities ...................... 6-61 Specifications. Engine ........................... 6-62 Speech Impaired. Customer Assistance ............... 8-4 Speedometer ................................... 2-51 SRS ......................................... 1-21 Stains. Cleaning ................................ 6-46 Starter Switch Check ............................ 7-39 Starting Your Engine ............................ 2-14 Steam ........................................ 5-12

Steering ....................................... 4-9 In Emergencies ............................... 4-10 Power ....................................... 4-9 Tips ......................................... 4-9 Wheel, Tilt .................................. 2-28 Storage Compartments ........................... 2-42 Storage, Vehicle ................................ 6-29 Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-33 SunVisors .................................... 2-45 Sunroof ....................................... 2-47 Supplemental Restraint System .................... 1-21 Surge Tank Coolant ..................................... How to Add Coolant .......................... Pressure Cap ................................. Symbols, Vehicle ................................ Synchronization .................................

5-14 5-16 6-22 viii 2-9

Tachometer .................................. 2-52 Taillamp Bulb Replacement ....................... 6-32 ............................... 3-23 Tape Player Care Theft ......................................... 2-11 Theft-Deterrent Feature. CD Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-19 THEFTLOCK TM ................................ 3-19 Thermostat .................................... 6-22 Third Gear. Automatic Transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-21 Tilt Steering Wheel ............................. 2-28 ................................ 3-7 Time. Setting the Tirechains .................................... 6-43 TireLoading ................................... 4-30 Tire-Loading Information Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-30

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Tires ......................................... 6-35 Alignment and Balance ........................ 6-42 Buying New ................................. 6-39 Chains ..................................... 6-43 ChangingaFlat .............................. 5-20 Cleaning .................................... 6-50 Compact Spare ............................... 5-32 Inflation .................................... 6-36 Inflation Check ............................... 7-37 Inspection and Rotation ........................ 6-37 Loading .................................... 4-30 Pressure .................................... 6-36 Temperature ................................. 6-41 Traction .................................... 6-4 1 Treadwear ................................... 6-4 1 Uniform Quality Grading ....................... 6-40 Used Replacement Wheel ...................... 6-43 .............................. 6-39 Wear Indicators Wheel Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-42 ....................... 6-39 When It’s Time for New TopStrap ..................................... 1-37 TorqueLock ................................... 2-24 Torque. Wheel Nut ......................... 5-29. 6-61 Towing

From the Front ............................... 4-28 ............................... 4-30 From the Rear Recreational Vehicle .......................... 4-28 Towing a Trailer ................................ 4-32 Towing Your Vehicle ............................. 5-8 Towing Your Vehicle From the Front ............... 4-28 Towing Your Vehicle From the Rear ................ 4-30

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Trailer

Backing Up with ............................. 4-37 Brakes ..................................... 4-36 Driving on Grades ............................ 4-37 Drivingwitha ............................... 4-37 Following Distance with ....................... 4-37 Hitches ..................................... 4-36 Maintenance When Towing ..................... 4-40 Making Turns ................................ 4-38 ParkingonHills .............................. 4-39 Passing with ................................. 4-37 Safety Chains ................... ............ 4-36 Tongueweight ............................... 4-35 Total Weight on Tires .......................... 4-36 Towing ..................................... 4-32 Turn Signals ................................. 4-38 Weight ..................................... 4-34 Automatic ................................... 6-18 Ignition Lock Check 7-40 ................. 2-6 Transmitters. Keyless Entry System Transportation. Courtesy .......................... 8-8 Trip Odometer ................................. 2-51 Trunk ........................................ 2-10 TrUnk Lamp ...................................... 2-39 ...................... 2-10 Release Lockout. Remote Release. Remote .............................. 2-10 TTYUsers ..................................... 8-4 Turn Signal and Lane Change Signals ............... 2-29 Turn Signal On Chime ........................... 2-30 Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever ................... 2-29 Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer ................ 4-38

..........................

Transaxle

Underbody Hushing Service ..................... 7-40 Underbody Maintenance ......................... 6-51

Vehicle

Control ...................................... 4-6 Damage Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii Dimensions ................................. 6-62 Identification Number ......................... 6-53 Loading .................................... 4-30 Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-29 Ventilation System ............................... 3-6 Visor Vanity Mirrors ............................ 2-45 Visors. Sun .................................... 2-45

w a r n i n g Devices ............................... 5-2 Warning Eights. Gages and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-52 ........................ 6-23 Washer Fluid. Windshield ........................... 6-48 Washing Your Vehicle Weatherstrips .................................. 6-48

Wheel

Alignment .................................. 6-42 Nut Torque ............................. 5.29. 6.61 Replacement ................................. 6-42 Used Replacement ............................ 6-43 Wrench ..................................... 5-22 Windows ..................................... 2-27 Auto-Down ................................. 2-28 ............................. 2-28 Lock Out Switch Power ...................................... 2-27 Windshield Washer ............................. 2-32 Fluid .................................. 2.32. 6.23 Fluid Level Check ............................ 7-37 ......................... 2.30. 6.54 Bladecheck ................................. 7-38 Blade Replacement ........................... 6-35 Winter Driving ................................. 4-24 Wiring. Headlamp .............................. 6-54 Wrecker Towing ................................. 5-8 Wrench. Wheel ................................. 5-22

Windshield Wiper

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0 Service Station Checkpoints

COOLANT

SURGE TANK 2.4L

ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK

P6-12

FUEL

3100 ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK

SECONDARY

I, 1

WINDSHIELD /

FLUID RESERVOIR

P6-23

BAlTERY

P6-28

HOOD RELEASE P6-8 TRUNK RELEASE P2-10

TIRES P6-35

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