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filter do not require changing.

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I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 150,000 Miles (240 000 km) 0 Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 60 months since last service, whichever occurs first). See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission Control Sewice.

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Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule

# Lubricate the suspension, steering linkage, transaxle shift linkage, parking brake cable guides and the underbody contact points and linkage. + A good time to check your brakes is during tire rotation. See “Brake System Inspection” under “Periodic Maintenance Inspections” in Part C of this schedule.

The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles (166 000 lun) at the same intervals. The services shown at 150,000 miles (240 000 km) should be performed at the same interval after 150,000 miles (240 000 km). See “Owner Checks and Services” and “Periodic Maintenance Inspections” following. Footnotes ? The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle’s useful life. We, however, urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded.

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An Emission Control Service.

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 months, whichever occurs first). 0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper

(See footnote #.) rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

An Emission Control Service.

15,000 Miles (25 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 0 Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 0 Replace passenger compartment air filter. 0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper

(See footnote #.)

rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

22,500 Miles (37 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 0 Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).

An Emission Control Service.

(See footnote #.)

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0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper

rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

An Emission Control Service.

30,000 Miles (50 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 0 Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 0 Replace passenger compartment air filter. 0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper 0 Replace air cleaner filter.

rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

(See footnote #.)

An Emission Control Service.

An Emission Control Service.

37,500 Miles (62 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 17 Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper

(See footnote #.)

rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

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I Long TripMighway Maintenance Schedule I 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 0 Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 0 Replace passenger compartment air filter.

An Emission Control Service.

(See footnote #.)

Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation’’ in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

50,000 Miles (83 000 km)

Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: - In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90°F

(32°C) or higher.

- 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 your vehicle under any of these conditions, the fluid and filter do not require changing.

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DATE

MILEAGE

I Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule I 52,500 Miles (87 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 0 Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper

An Emission Control Service.

(See footnote #.)

rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

(See footnote #.)

An Emission Control Service.

60,000 Miles (100 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 0 Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 0 Replace passenger compartment air filter. 13 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper 0 Inspect engine accessory drive belt. 0 Replace air cleaner filter.

rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

An Emission Control Service.

An Emission Control Service. Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.)

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An Emission Control Service.

67,500 Miles (112 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 0 Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper

(See footnote #.) rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

An Emission Control Sewice.

75,000 Miles (125 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 0 Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 0 Replace passenger compartment air filter. 0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper

(See footnote #.)

rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

82,500 Miles (137 500 km)

Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0 Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).

(See footnote #.)

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DATE

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Maintenance

Schedule

17 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper

rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

An Emission Control Service.

90,000 Miles (150 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 0 Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 0 Replace passenger compartment air filter. 0 Replace air cleaner filter. 0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper

An Emission Control Service.

(See footnote #.)

rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

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ACTUAL

DATE

An Emission Control Service.

97,500 Miles (162 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 0 Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper

(See footnote #.) rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

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An Emission Control Service.

100,000 Miles (166 000 km) 0 Inspect spark plug wires. 0 Replace spark plugs. 0 Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven

An Emission Control Service.

under one or more of these conditions: - In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90°F

(32°C) or higher.

- In hilly or mountainous terrain. - When doing frequent trailer towing. - Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service. I f you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, the fluid and filter do not require changing.

DATE

MILEAGE

150,000 Miles (240 000 km) 0 Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 60 months since last service, whichever occurs first). See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission Control Service.

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Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if necessary. See “Windshield Washer Fluid” in the Index for further details. At Least Once a Month Tire Inflation Check Make sure tires are inflated to the correct pressures. See “Tires” in the Index for further details.

Cassette Deck Service Clean cassette deck. Cleaning should be done every 50 hours of tape play. See “Audio Systems” in the Index for further details.

Part B: Owner Checks and Services Listed below are owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety, dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown in Part D. At Each Fuel Fill It is important for you or a service station attendant to pe@orm these underhood checks at each fuel fill.

Engine Oil Level Check Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary. See “Engine Oil” in the Index for further details. Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX-COOL’ coolant mixture if necessary. See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for hrther details.

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Automatic Transaxle Check Check the transaxle fluid level; add if needed. See “Automatic Transaxle” in the Index. A fluid loss may indicate a problem. Check the system and repair if needed. At Least Once a Year Key Lock Cylinders Service Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified in Part D. Body Lubrication Service Lubricate all body door hinges, including the liftgate. Also lubricate all hinges and latches, including those for the hood, power sliding door cable, rear compartment, glove box door and any folding seat hardware. Part D tells you what to use. More frequent lubrication may be required when exposed to a corrosive environment.

At Least Twice a Year Restraint System Check Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. If your vehicle has a built-in child restraint, also periodically make sure the harness straps, latch plates, buckle, clip, child head restraint and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt and built-in child restraint system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt or built-in child restraint system from doing its job, have it repaired. Have any torn or frayed safety belts or harness straps replaced. Also look for any opened or broken air bag coverings, and have them repaired or replaced. (The air bag system does not need regular maintenance.) Wiper Blade Check Inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking. Replace blade inserts that appear worn or damaged or that streak or miss areas of the windshield. Also see “Wiper Blades, Cleaning” in the Index.

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Starter Switch Check

1 A CAUTION:

Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock (BTT”’1 Check

A CAUTION:

When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be injured. Follow the steps below.

When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be injured. Follow the steps below.

1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room

around the vehicle.

2. Firmly apply both the parking brake (see “Parking

Brake” in the Index if necessary) and the regular brake. NOTE: Do not use me accelerator pedal, and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts.

3. Try to start the engine in each gear. The starter

should work only in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). If the starter works in any other position, your vehicle needs service.

1.

2.

3.

Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. It should be parked on a level surface. Firmly apply the parking brake (see “Parking Brake” in the Index if necessary). NOTE: Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move. With the engine off, turn the key to the RUN position, but don’t start the engine. Without applying the regular brake, try to move the shift lever out of PARK (P) with normal effort. If the shift lever moves out of PARK (P), your vehicle’s BTSI needs service.

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

The key should turn to LOCK only when the shift lever is in PARK (P). The key should come out only in LOCK.

Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle PARK (P) Me -:-anism Check

A CAUTION:

When you are doing this check, your vehicle could begin to move. You or others could be injured and property could be damaged. Make 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 the regular brake, set the parking brake.

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.

0 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 dealer’s service department or other qualijied 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 service manual. See “Service and Owner Publications” in the Index. Steering, Suspension and Front Drive A: 3 Boot and Seal Inspection Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering 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

if they are

build-up in the floor pan or could let exhaust fumes into the vehicle. See “Engine Exhaust” in the Index. Engine Cooling System Inspection Inspect the hoses and have them replaced cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, fittings and clamps; replace as needed. Clean the outside of the radiator and air conditioning condenser. To help ensure proper operation, a pressure test of the cooling system and pressure cap is recommended at least once a year. Throttle System Inspection Inspect the throttle system for interference or binding, and for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts as needed. Replace any components 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. Check parking brake adjustment. 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 dealer.

USAGE

Engine Oil Engine Oil with

Engine Coolant

FLUIDLUBRICANT 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@ or Havoline@ DEX-COOL@ Coolant. See “Engine Coolant” in the Index.

USAGE

FLUIDLUBRICANT

Hydraulic Brake System

Parking Brake Cable Guides

Power Steering System

Automatic Transaxle Key Lock Cylinders

Delco Supreme ll@ Brake Fluid (GM Part No. 12377967 or equivalent DOT-3 Brake Fluid). Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI # 2, Category LB or GC-LB. GM Power Steering Fluid (GM Part No. 1052884 - 1 pint, 1050017 - 1 quart, or equivalent). DEXRON@-111 Automatic Transmission fluid. Multi-Pu ose Lubricant, Superlube % (GM Part No. 1234624 1 or equivalent).

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Chassis Lubrication

Windshield Washer Solvent

Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Latch, Pivots, Spring Anchor and Release Pawl

FLUIDLUBRICANT Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI # 2, Category LB or GC-LB. 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.

USAGE

FLUIDLUBRICANT

Hood and Door Hinges

Rear Folding Seat, Fuel Door Hinge, Liftgate Hinges, Power Sliding Door Cable Sliding Door Track

Weatherstrip Conditioning

Multi-Pu ose Lubricant, Superlube % (GM Part No. 12346241 or equivalent). Multi-Pu ose Lubricant, Superlube % (GM Part No. 12346241 or equivalent).

Lubriplate@- Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. 12346293 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI # 2, Category LB or GC-LB. Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No. 12345579 or equivalent).

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

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MAINTENANCE PERFORMED

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Maintenance Record

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Section 8 Customer Assistance Information

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 Chevrolet 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

0 In Puerto Rico: 1-800-496-9992 (English) or

1-800-496-9993 (Spanish)

In the U.S. Virgin Islands: 1-800-496-9994 In the Dominican Republic: 1-800-75 1-4135 (English) or 1-800-751-4136 (Spanish) In the Bahamas: 1-800-389-0009 In Bermuda, Barbados, Antigua and the British Virgin Islands: 1-800-534-0 122 In all other Caribbean countries: (809) 763-1 3 15 In other overseas locations, call GM Overseas Distribution Corporation in Canada at: (905) 644-4112.

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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 in the dealership, 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 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 L1H 8P7

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Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Program

To enhance Chevrolet’s strong commitment to customer satisfaction, Chevrolet is excited to announce the establishment of the Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Center. As the owner of a 1998 Chevrolet, 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 Eree, 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 (Le., wrecker services, locksmithkey service, glass repair, etc.)

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ROADSIDE Courtesy TM Cure PROVIDES: 0 Roadside Basic Cure services (as outlined previously)

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

0 FREE LocksmiWKey Service (when keys are lost

on the road or locked inside)

0 FREE Flat Tire Service (spare installed on the road)

FREE Jump Start (at home or on the road)

0 FREE Fuel Delivery ($5 of fuel delivered on

the road)

Chevrolet 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 1998 Chevrolet passenger cars and light duty trucks. (Please see your selling dealer for details.) Note: Courtesy Cure is available to retail and retail lease customers operating 1998 and newer Chevrolet vehicles for a period of 3 years/36,000 miles (60 000 km), whichever occurs first. All Courtesy Cure services must be pre-arranged by Chevrolet Roadside or dealer Service Management. Basic Cure and Courtesy Cure 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 Cure and Courtesy Care at any time.

Please refer to the Roadside Assistance brochure inside your owner information portfolio for full program details. Canadian Roadside Assistance 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.

For complete program details, see your Chevrolet 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:

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) License plate number Vehicle color Vehicle location Telephone number where you can be reached Vehicle mileage Description of problem

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0 Chevrolet Courtesy Transportation is not part of the Bumper to Bumper New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Chevrolet reserves the right to make any changes or discontinue Courtesy Transportation at any time without notification.

0 For additional program details, contact your

Chevrolet 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 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 1998 Chevrolet 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.

0 Up to $30 maximum daily vehicle rental allowance

for any overnight warranty repair up to five days, OR

0 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

0 Up to $10 daily fuel allowance for rides provided by

another person (i.e., fi-iend, 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 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 BBB using the toll-free telephone number, or write them at the following address:

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.

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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 1-800-955-5 100 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 in investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists 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.

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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, MI 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, 163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario LlH 8P7

Ordering Service and Owner Publications in Canada Service manuals, 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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1998 CHEVROLET SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION of your vehicle can be purchased by filling out The following publications covering the operation and servicing

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.)

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1.52. 2.87

Accessory Inflator System ....................... 2-78 Accessory Power Outlet .......................... 2-80 Adding Equipment to the Outside Of Your Vehicle . . . . . . 6-3 ....................... Adjusting the Bucket Seats 1-27 Adjusting the Split Bench Seat .................... 1- 19 Air Bag ....................................... 1-50 How Does it Restrain .......................... 1-55 Howitworks ................................ 1-52 Location .................................... 1-52 Readiness Light ......................... Servicing ................................... 1-58 System ..................................... 1-50 What Makes it Inflate .......................... 1-55 What Will You See After it Inflates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-56 When Should it Inflate ......................... 1-54 Aircleaner .................................... 6-15 Air Conditioning ................................ 3-3 Air Conditioning Refrigerants ..................... 6-66 Air Filter Replacement. Passenger Compartment ...... 6-16 AirInflator .................................... 2-78 Alignment and Balance. Tire ...................... 6-46 Aluminum Wheels. Cleaning ...................... 6-53 Antenna. Integrated Windshield .................... 3-32 Antifreeze ..................................... 6-21 Anti-Lock Brakes ...................................... 4-7 Brake System Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-89, 4-7

Appearance Care ............................... 6-48 Appearance Care Materials ....................... 6-55 Ashtray ....................................... 2-77 Audio Systems .................................. 3-9 Automatic Door Locks ............................ 2-6 Automatic Overdrive ............................ 2-32 Automatic Transaxle Check ....................... 7-30 Automatic Transaxle Fluid ........................ 6-18 HOW to Add ................................. 6-20 Howtocheck ............................... 6-18 When to Check and Change ..................... 6-18 Automatic Transaxle Operation .................... 2-30 Shifting ..................................... 2-30 Automatic Transaxle Park Mechanism Check ......... 7-32

Battery ...................................... 6-30 Jump Starting ................................. 5-3 Warnings ................................ 5.3. 5.5 BatterySaver .................................. 2-65 ................................. 8-9 BBB Auto Line Before Leaving on a Long Trip .................... 4-23 Better Business Bureau Mediation ................... 8-9 Blizzard ...................................... 4-28

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Brake

Adjustment .................................. 6-30 Fluid ....................................... 6-26 Master Cylinder .............................. 6-26 Parking ..................................... 2-34 PedalTravel ................................. 6-30 Replacing System Parts ........................ 6-30 System Warning Light .................... 2-87. 6-27 Trailer ...................................... 4-37 Transaxle Shift Interlock ....................... 2-37 Transaxle Shift Interlock Check .................. 7-3 1 Wear ....................................... 6-29 Brakes. Anti-Lock ............................... 4-7 Braking ........................................ 4-6 Braking in Emergencies .......................... 4-10 .......................... 2-25 Break-In, New Vehicle BTSI ......................................... 2-37 BTSICheck ................................... 7-31 Bucketseats ................................... 1-26 Adjusting ................................... 1-27 Folding or Reclining the Seatbacks ............... 1-26 Removing ................................... 1-28 Replacing ................................... 1-30 Bulb Replacement .............................. 6-3 1

Canadian Roadside Assistance .................... 8-7 Capacities and Specifications ...................... 6-65 Captain’s Chairs ................................ 1-33 Removing ................................... 1-33 Replacing ................................... 1-34 2-72

Carbon Monoxide CargoNet .....................................

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2.38.4.29. 4.37

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Cassette Deck Service ........................... 7-29 ....................... 3-12. 3-15 Cassette Tape Player Cassette Tape Player Care ........................ 3-30 3-14. 3-19 CD Adapter Kits CD Player Theft-Deterrent Feature ................. 3-26 Center Dome Lamp ............................. 2-64 Center Rear Passenger Position (Bench Seat) ......... 1-64 Center Rear Passenger Position (Bucket Seat) ......... 1-66 Certificatioflire Label .......................... 4-30 ................................. 4-37 Chains. Safety Chains. Tire ................................... 6-47 Changing a Flat Tire ............................. 5-24 Charging System Indicator Light ................... 2-87 Checking Your Restraint Systems ................. 1-101 Chemical Paint Spotting .......................... 6-54 Children ...................................... 1-68 Child Restraints ................................ 1-82 Built-in ..................................... 1-71 Cleaning Built-in ............................. 6-50 Securing in a Rear Outside Seat Position ........... 1-89 Securing in the Center Rear Seat Position (Bucketseat) ............................... 1-93 Securing in the Center Rear Seat Position (Third Row Bench Seat) ...................... 1-91 Securing in the Right Front Seat Position .......... 1-95 TopStrap ................................... 1-88 1-86. 1-87 Where to Put Cigarette Lighter ............................... 2-77 ....................... 6-58 Circuit Breakers and Fuses Cleaner. Air ................................... 6-15 Cleaning Aluminum Wheels ............................ 6-53 Built-in Child Restraint ........................ 6-50 Fabric ...................................... 6-49

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Glass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-51 Inside of Your Vehicle ......................... 6-48 InstrumentPanel ............................. 6-50 Outside of Your Vehicle ........................ 6-52 Special Problems ............................. 6-49 Stains ...................................... 6-49 Tires ....................................... 6-53 Vinyl ....................................... 6-50 Wheels ..................................... 6-53 Windshield, Backglass and Wiper Blades . . . . . . . . . . 6-51 WiperBlades ................................ 6-51 Climate Control System ........................... 3-2 Clock, Settingthe ................................ 3-9 Coinholder .................................... 2-70 Comfort Controls ................................ 3-2 ............................. 3-31 Compact Disc Care Compact Disc Player ............................ 3-19 Care ....................................... 3-32 Errors ................................. 3-22, 3-25 Remote ..................................... 3-25 ...................... 2-67 Compact Overhead Console Compact Spare Tire ............................. 5-34 ......................... 2-23 Content Theft-Deterrent Control of a Vehicle .............................. 4-6 Convenience Net Side ....................................... 2-73 Convex Outside Mirror .......................... 2-66 Coolant ....................................... 6-21 Adding ..................................... 6-23 Checking ................................... 6-23 Heater, Engine ............................... 2-29 RecoveryTank ............................... 5-18 Whattouse ................................. 6-22

Courtesy Transportation ........................... 8-8 Cruise Control ................................. 2-56 Cupholders .................................... 2-70 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone Users ......... 8-4 Customer Assistance Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1 Customer Satisfaction Procedure .................... 8-2

6-54 6-53 2-61 5-3 8-10 4-2 3-5 3-4 3-4 2-63 6-66

Damage. Finish ............................... Damage. Sheet Metal ............................ Damme Running Lamps ......................... ................................... Dead Battery ........................ Defects. Reporting Safety Defensive Driving ............................... .......................... Defogger. Rear Window Defogging ..................................... Defrosting ..................................... Delayed Illumination ............................ ............................ Dimensions, Vehicle Door AjarLight ................................... 2-96 Locks ....................................... 2-4 Power Sliding ................................ 2-14 Sliding ..................................... 2-13 Driver Information Center ........................ 2-98 DriverPosition ................................. 1-41 .................... 1-2 Driver’s Four-Way Manual Seat Driving City ........................................ 4-21 Defensive .................................... 4-2 Drunken ..................................... 4-3 Freeway .................................... 4-22 InaBlizzard ................................. 4-28 ........................... 6-5 In Foreign Countries 9-3

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IntheRain .................................. 4-18 Night ...................................... 4-16 On Curves .................................. 4- 11 On Grades While Towing a Trailer ............... 4-40 On Hill and Mountain Roads .................... 4-24 OnSnowandIce ............................. 4-26 Through Water ............................... 4-20 Wet Roads .................................. 4-18 Winter ...................................... 4-26 WithaTrailer ................................ 4-37 Dump and Stow Feature ........................... 1-7

Electrical Equipment. Adding .................... 2-28 Electrical System ............................... 6-57 Electronic Level Control ......................... 4-32 Engine ....................................... 6-10 Coolant ..................................... 6-21 Coolant Heater ............................... 2-29 Coolant Level Check .......................... 7-29 Coolant Temperature Gage ..................... 2-9 1 Cooling System .............................. 6-65 Exhaust ..................................... 2-38 Identification ................................ 6-56 Oil Level Check .............................. 7-29 Overheated Protection Operating Mode ........... 5- 13 Overheating ................................. 5-13 Running While Parked ......................... 2-39 Specifications ................................ 6-65 StartingYour ................................ 2-27 Temperature Warning Light ..................... 2-92

Engine Oil ............................... 2.95. 6.11 Additives ................................... 6-14 Checking ................................... 6-12 Used ....................................... 6-15 What Kind to Use ............................. 6-13 WhentoAdd ................................ 6-12 When to Change .............................. 6-14 ..... 6-3 Equipment. Adding to the Outside Of Your Vehicle Exhaust. Engine ................................ 2-38 Exit Lighting .................................. 2-63 Fabric Cleaning ............................... 6-49 Fan Knob. Climate Control System .................. 3-2 Filling a Portable Fuel Container .................... 6-7 FillingYourTank ................................ 6-5 Filter. Air ..................................... 6-15 Filter. Passenger Compartment Replacement ......... 6-16 Finishcare .................................... 6-52 Finish Damage ................................. 6-54 FirstGear ..................................... 2-33 ......................... 5-2 Flashers. Hazard Warning ............................. 5-24 Flat Tire. Changing Fluid Capacities ................................ 6-65 Fluids and Lubricants ............................ 7-34 Folding Driver’s Seatback ......................... 1-3 Foreign Countries. Fuel ........................... 6-5 FrenchLanguageManual ........................... ii FrontDoor ..................................... 2-4 Front ParkingEurn Signal Lamp Bulb Replacement .... 6-34 Front Seat Storage Bin ........................... 2-71

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Front Seat Storage Net ........................... 2-71 Front Sidemarker Lamp Bulb Replacement ........... 6-36 Front Towing .................................. 5-10 Fuel .......................................... 6-3 6-5 2-97 6-5 6-58

Filling Your Tank .............................. Gage ....................................... In Foreign Countries ........................... .......................

Fuses and Circuit Breakers

Gages

Franpis

Engine Coolant Temperature .................... 2-9 1 Fuel ....................................... 2-97 Speedometer ................................. 2-85 Garage Door Opener Compartment ................. 2-67 GAWR ....................................... 4-31 Gear Positions. Automatic Transaxle ................ 2-30 GloveBox .................................... 2-66 Gross Axle Weight Rating ........................ 4-31 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ...................... 4-30 .. Guide 11 GVWR ....................................... 4-30 Halogen Bulbs ................................ 6-31 Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 ................................. 1-6 Head Restraints Headlamps .................................... 2-60 Bulb Replacement ............................ 6-3 1 HighLow Beam Changer ...................... 2-54 OnReminder ................................ 2-60 Wiring ..................................... 6-57 Hearing Impaired. Customer Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4

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Heating ........................................ High-BeamHeadlamps .......................... Highway Hypnosis .............................. Hill and Mountain Roads ......................... Hitches. Trailer ................................. Hood Checking Things Under ......................... 6-8 Prop ........................................ 6-9 Release ...................................... 6-8 Horn ......................................... 2-52 Hydroplaning .................................. 4-20

3-4 2-54 4-24 4-24 4-36

Ignition Positions .............................. 2-26 Ignition Transaxle Lock Check .................... 7-32 Illuminated Entry ............................... 2-62 Inflation. Tire .................................. 6-41 ................................... 2-78 Inflator. Air Inside Daymight Rearview Mirror ................. 2-65 Inspections Brake System ................................ 7-33 ............................. 7-33 Exhaust Systems Front Drive Axle Boot ......................... 7-33 Front Drive Axle Seal ......................... 7-33 ...................... 7-33 Radiator and Heater Hose Steering .................................... 7-33 Suspension .................................. 7-33 Throttle System .............................. 7-33 InstrumentPanel ............................... 2-82 Cleaning .................................... 6-50 Cluster ..................................... 2-84 FuseBlock .................................. 6-58 Light Intensity Control ......................... 2-61

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Instrument Panel Switchbank ...................... 2- 13 Interior Lamps ................................. 2-61 Control ..................................... 2-6 1 Override Switch .............................. 2-62 .................................... 5-27 Jack. Tire Jump Starting ................................... 5-3

K e y Lock Cylinders Service ..................... 7-30 ............................ 2-8 Keyless Entry System Battery Replacement .......................... 2-10 Operation .................................... 2-9 Resynchronizing ............................. 2- 12 Keys .......................................... 2-2

Labels

Lamps

CertificatiodTire ............................. 4-30 Service Parts Identification ..................... 6-56 Tire-Loading Information ...................... 4-30 Vehicle Identification Number ................... 6-56 Delayed Illumination .......................... 2-63 Dome ...................................... 2-64 Exit Lighting ................................ 2-63 Exterior .................................... 2-60 Illuminated Entry ............................. 2-62 Interior ..................................... 2-61 OnReminder ................................ 2-60 Rearcargo .................................. 2-64 Underhood .................................. 6-11 Leaving Your Vehicle ............................. 2-7

....... 2-36 2-20 2-77

Leaving Your Vehicle with the Engine Running Liftgate ....................................... Lighter ....................................... Lights

Air Bag Readiness ....................... 1.52. 2.87 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning ............ 2.89. 4.7 Brake System Warning .................... 2.87. 6.27 Charging System Indicator ...................... 2-87 DoorAjar ................................... 2-96 Engine Temperature Warning ................... 2-92 Low Coolant Warning .................... 2-92, 6-23 Low Fuel Warning ............................ 2-97 .......................... 2-96, 6-11 Low Oil Level Low Traction ............................ 2-91, 4-9 Oil Pressure ................................. 2-95 Power Sliding Door ........................... 2-96 Safety Belt Reminder ..................... 1-36, 2-86 Service Engine Soon .......................... 2-93 Traction Control System Warning ........... 2-90, 4-10 4-30

........................... Automatic Door ............................... 2-6 Cylinders ................................... 7-30 Door ........................................ 2-4 Ignition Transaxle Check ....................... 7-32 Key Lock Cylinder Service ..................... 7-30 Last Door Closed Locking ....................... 2-6 ............................. 2-7 Lockout Deterrent PowerDoor .................................. 2-5 Sliding Door ................................. 2-14 Sliding Door Child Security ..................... 2-19 Sliding Door Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7 Locks and Lighting Choices ...................... 2-40

Loading Your Vehicle Locks

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LossofControl ................................ Low Coolant Warning Light Low Fuel Warning Light ......................... Low Oil Level Light ....................... ......................... Low Traction Light Lubricants and Fluids ............................ Lubrication Service. Body ........................ Luggage Carrier ................................ Lumbar Control .................................

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4-15

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7-34 7-30 2-74 1-6

Maintenance. Normal Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . 6-66 ............................ 7-36 Maintenance Record Maintenance Schedule ............................ 7- 1 How This Section is Organized . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-3 ................... 7-6 Long Tiip/Highway Definition Long Tripklighway Intervals ..................... 7-6 Owner Checks and Services ..................... 7-29 Periodic Maintenance Inspections ................ 7-33 ............. 7-34 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Scheduled Maintenance Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-4 Short Trip/City Definition ....................... 7-5 ........................ 7-5 Short Trip/City Intervals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2 Your Vehicle and the Environment Maintenance. Underbody ......................... 6-54 Maintenance When Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-41 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...................... 2-93 Matching Transmitters to Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2- 10 Mirrors ....................................... 2-65 Convex Outside .............................. 2-66 Inside Daymight Rearview ..................... 2-65 Power Remote Control ......................... 2-65 Visorvanity ................................. 2-78

.......... 3-3 Mode Buttons. Climate Control System Mode Knob. Climate Control System ................ 3-2 Mountain Roads ................................ 4-24 Multifunction Lever ........................... 2-53

N e t . cargo ................................... Neutral ....................................... ......................... New Vehicle “Break-In” Nightvision ...................................

2-72 2-31 2-25 4-17

2-85 2-85 4-13

Odometer .................................... Odometer. Trip ................................. Off-RoadRecovery ............................. Oil. Engine ............................... .............................. Oil Pressure Light Overhead Console ..............................

2-95 2-67 Garage Door Opener Compartment ............... 2-68 Sunglasses Storage Compartment ................ 2-69 Switchb ank .................................. 2-12 Overheated Engine Protection ..................... 5-13 Overheating Engine ............................. 5-13 Owner Checks and Services ....................... 7-29 Owner Publications, Ordering ..................... 8-12

2.95. 6.11

Paint Spotting. Chemical ........................ Park .......................... Automatic Transaxle Shifting Into ................................. Shifting Out of ...............................

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AtNight .................................... 2-22 Brake ...................................... 2-34 Brake Mechanism Check ....................... 7-32 Lots ....................................... 2-22 Over Things That Burn ........................ 2-38 With a Trailer ................................ 4-40 Passenger Compartment Air Filter Replacement ....... 6-16 Passenger Position .............................. 1-50 Passing ....................................... 4-13 Payload ....................................... 4-32 Periodic Maintenance Inspections .................. 7-33 Portable Fuel Container. Filling a ................... 6-7 Power Accessory Outlet ............................. 2- 80 DoorLocks ................................... 2-5 ................................ 6-57 Option Fuses Remote Control Mirrors ........................ 2-65 Seat ......................................... 1-3 Sliding Door Light ............................ 2-96 Steering .................................... 4-11 Windows ................................... 2-5 1 Power Steering Huid ............................ 6-24 How to Check ............................... 6-25 WhattoUse ................................. 6-25 Whentocheck ............................... 6-25 Pregnancy. Use of Safety Belts 1-49 Problems on the Road 5-1 Publications. Service and Owner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8- 12

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Radiator ..................................... 5-21 Radiator Pressure Cap ........................... 6-24 RadioReception ................................ 3-29 9-8

Radios ....................................... 3-10 Rain. Driving In ................................ 4-18 ................................ 2-64 Reading Lamps Rear AirVents .................................... 3-8 CargoLamp ................................. 2-64 Climate Control ............................... 3-6 Comfort Controls .............................. 3-7 .................................. 3-6 Fan Control Outside Seat Position .......................... 1-58 Safety Belt Comfort Guides ..................... 1-62 SeatAudio .................................. 3-23 Seatpassengers .............................. 1-58 Seats ........................................ 1-6 Storage ..................................... 2-72 Towing ..................................... 5-12 Window Defogger ............................. 3-5 ........................... 2-56 Windshield Washer Rearview Mirror. Inside Daymight ................. 2-65 Reclining Front Seats ............................. 1-4 Recovery Tank. Coolant .......................... 5-18 Refrigerants. Air Conditioning .................... 6-66 ..................... 3-25 Remote Compact Disc Player Remote Operation of the Power Sliding Door ......... 2-10 Removing Bucket Seats ................................. 1-28 Second Row Solid Bench Seat .................... 1-8 SplitBenchSeat .............................. 1-20 Third Row Solid Bench Seat .................... 1-14 Bulbs ...................................... 6-64 Parts ....................................... 6-66 Wheel ...................................... 6-46

Replacement

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Bucketseats ................................. 1-30 ................................ 1-102 Safety Belts Seat and Restraint System Parts After a Crash ..... 1-102 Second Row Solid Bench Seat ................... 1 . 10 Split Bench Seat .............................. 1-22 Third Row Solid Bench Seat .................... 1- 16 Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 8- 10 Resetting the Power Sliding Door .................. 2- 19 Restraints Checking .................................. 1-101 Child ....................................... 1-82 Head ........................................ 1-6 Reminder Light ......................... Replacing Parts After a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-102 Second Row Safety Belt Stowage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7 Systemcheck ................................ 7-30 1.86. 1-87 Where to Put Reverse ....................................... 2-31 Right Front Passenger Position .................... 1-50 Roadside Assistance .............................. 8-5 Roadside Assistance. Canadian ..................... 8-7 ........................... 5-36 Rocking Your Vehicle Rotation. Tires ................................. 6-42

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1.36. 2.86

Safety Belt Extender ........................... 1-101 ................................... 1-35 Safety Belts Adults ...................................... 1-41 Care ....................................... 6-50 . . . . . . . . . . . 1-64 Center Passenger Position (Bench Seat) Center Passenger Position (Bucket Seat) . . . . . . . . . . . 1-66 Children .................................... 1-68 Driver Position ............................... 1-4 1

1-101 1-41 1-100

Extender ................................... How to Wear Properly ......................... ................... 1.44. 1.99. Incorrect Usage Lap Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.64. 1.66 Lap-Shoulder ........................... 1.41. 1.59 Larger Children .............................. 1-98 Passenger Position ............................ 1-50 ........................ 1-40 Questions and Answers Rear Comfort Guides .......................... 1-62 Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions ............ 1-58 Rear Seat Passengers .......................... 1-58 Replacing After a Crash ....................... 1 . 102 .................. 1-50 Right Front Passenger Position Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster ................... 1-43 Smaller Children and Babies .................... 1-68 Use During Pregnancy ......................... 1-49 WhyTheyWork .............................. 1-37 SafetyChains .................................. 4-37 ........................ 8-10 Safety Defects. Reporting Safety Warnings and Symbols ....................... vi Scheduled Maintenance Services .................... 7-4 Seat Controls ............................... 1.2. 1.6 Seatback

Folding Driver’s ............................... ............................... Reclining Front Controls ..................................... 1-6 ...................... 1-2 Driver’s Four-Way Manual Dump and Stow Feature ......................... 1-7 Lumbar Control ............................... 1-6 Manual Front Passenger ......................... 1-4 Power ....................................... 1-3 Rear ........................................ 1-6

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Restraint Systems .............................. 1 . 1 Seat Controls ............................. 1.2. 1.6 Second Row Safety Belt Stowage ................. 1-7 Securing a Child Restraint ...................... 1-89 SecondGe ar ................................... 2-32 Second Row Solid Bench Seat ...................... 1-8 Folding the Seatback ........................... 1-8 Removing .................................... 1-8 Replacing ................................... 1-10 Securing a Child Restraint Center Rear Seat Position ................. 1-91, 1-93 Rear Outside Seat Position ...................... 1-89 Right Front Seat Position ....................... 1-95 Service ........................................ 6-2 Bulletins, Ordering ............................ 8- 12 Engine Soon Light ............................ 2-93 Manuals, Ordering ............................ 8- 12 Parts Identification Label ....................... 6-56 Publications, Ordering ......................... 8- 12 Work, Doing Your Own ......................... 6-2 Service and Appearance Care ...................... 6-1 Service and Owner Publications ................... 8- 12 Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle ........... 1-58 Sheet Metal Damage ............................ 6-53 Shifting Automatic Transaxle .......................... 2-30 Into PARK (P) ...............................