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Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
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In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
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Keys, Doors and Windows . . . . . 16
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Seats and Restraints
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Storage
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Instruments and Controls .  . . . . . . 55
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Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
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Infotainment System . .
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Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
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Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . . . 89
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Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
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Service and Maintenance
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Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163 
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174
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2 Introduction

Introduction
Vehicle Data Chart
 Introduction 3

Vehicle-Specific Data Please consider that the vehicle you

have bought may not be equipped
Please enter your vehicle data on
with all optional items that are
the previous page to keep it easily
described in this manual.
accessible. This information is
available in the sections "Service All Chevrolet Service Dealers
and Maintenance" and "Technical provide first-class service.
data" as well as on the identification Experienced mechanics trained by
plate. Chevrolet work according to specific
Chevrolet instructions.
Introduction This manual describes features that
Your vehicle is a designed may or may not be on the vehicle
combination of advanced because of optional equipment that
was not purchased on the vehicle, You can know a little more about
technology, safety, environmental GM and the Chevrolet product's,
friendliness and economy. model variants, country
specifications, features applications accessing the site:
This Owner's Manual provides you that may not be available in your www.chevrolet.co.za
with all the necessary information to region, or changes subsequent to
enable you to drive your vehicle the printing of this owner manual.
safely and efficiently. Using this Manual
Refer to the purchase
documentation relating to your . The “In brief” section will give
Make sure your passengers are
aware of the possible risk of specific vehicle to confirm the you an initial overview.
accident and injury which may result features. . The table of contents at the
from improper use of the vehicle. The customer literature package beginning of this manual and
You must always comply with the should always be kept ready to within each chapter shows
specific laws and regulations of the hand in the vehicle, it can be found where the information is located.
country that you are in. These laws inside the glovebox.
may differ from the information in
this Owner's Manual.
4 Introduction
. The Owner's Manual uses the
factory engine designations. The { Danger
corresponding sales
designations can be found in the Text marked { Danger provides
chapter “Technical data”. information on risk of fatal injury.
. Directional data, e.g. left or right, Disregarding this information may
or front or back, always relate to endanger life.
the direction of travel.
. Depending on the model variant,
country variant, integrated
{ Warning
special equipment and
Text marked { Warning
accessories, the scope of
equipment in your vehicle can provides information on risk of This symbol indicates a prohibited
differ from the items mentioned accident or injury. Disregarding procedure which can cause
in this Owner's Manual. this information may lead to injury. personal injury or damage to
vehicle.
. Display messages and interior
labelling are written in bold
Caution
letters.
Text marked Caution provides
Danger, Warning, and information on possible damage
Caution to the vehicle. Disregarding this
information may lead to vehicle
Some instructions of this Manual
damage.
are highlighted, because they are
very important.
 In Brief 5

In Brief
Instrument Panel
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Initial Drive Information
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Head Restraint Adjustment . . . . . . 9
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Mirror Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Steering Wheel Adjustment
(If equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Washer and Wiper Systems . . . 13
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
6 In Brief

Instrument Panel
 In Brief 7

1. Adjustable Air Vents 0 86 11. Bonnet 0 117 Initial Drive

2. Headlamp Main/Dipped-Beam 12. See “Clutch Pedal” under
Changer 0 76 Control of a Vehicle 0 90
Information
Flash-to-Pass 0 77 13. See “Brake Pedal” under Door Locks
Indicator and Lane-Change Control of a Vehicle 0 90
Signals 0 78 14. See “Accelerator Pedal” under Vehicle unlocking
3. Instrument Panel Control of a Vehicle 0 90
Overview 0 56 15. Power Sockets 0 59
Driver Information Centre 16. Glove Box 0 48
(DIC) 0 66 17. Manual Transmission 0 103
4. Windscreen Wiper/ 18. See “Load compartment lights”
Washer 0 58 under Hazard Warning
5. Air-Bag System 0 36 Flashers 0 77
6. Exterior Lamp Controls 0 74 19. Central Locking System 0 20
7. Horn 0 57 20. Instrument Panel Storage 0 47
8. Hazard Warning Flashers 0 77 21. Automatic Light Control 0 75
9. Heating and Ventilation Press button " to unlock the doors
System 0 84 and the fuel door. Open the doors
10. Ignition Positions 0 100 by pulling the handles.
8 In Brief

Seat Adjustment Seatbacks Driver's seat height

Seat positioning

To adjust the seatbacks, use the

round knob on the side part of the To lift : Lighten the weight and pull
To adjust the seat forward/rearward, seat. Do not lean on seatback whilst the lever up.
pull the control lever up, slide the adjusting it. To lower : Apply weight and pull the
seat to the desired position and lever up.
release lever to leave seat in set
position.
Always make sure the correct
anchoring of the seat, trying to slide
forward and backward.
 In Brief 9

Head Restraint Safety Belts Mirror Adjustment

Adjustment Interior mirror

Pull out the seat belt and engage in

To adjust the head restraint press belt buckle. The seat belt must not
be twisted and must fit close against The adjustment of internal rear-view
the release button (arrow) and slide mirror is made manually. To avoid
the head restraint using the hand to the body. The backrest must not be
tilted back too far. glare from the headlamps behind
up or down. The head restraint can you when driving at night, use the
be positioned in three different To release belt, press red button on tab behind the mirror.
heights. belt buckle.
Make sure it is properly locked at
one of the three positions.
{ Warning
The internal rear-view mirror is
bi-articulated, to so that it can be
moved out of the way of the sun
visors.
(Continued)
10 In Brief

Warning (Continued)
Electrically adjustable mirrors (if Steering Wheel
equipped)
Adjustment (If equipped)
Always adjust the rear-view
mirrors before driving the vehicle.
Adjust the mirror for a clear and
comfortable view behind your
vehicle and in such a way that it
does not affect the driver's
forward field of vision.

Exterior mirror
Manual adjustment

Four-way switch in driver's door.

Release lever to unlock steering
Select corresponding mirror by the
wheel height. Move lever back to
“A” switch and adjust by the “B”
locked position. Try moving the
switch.
steering wheel, up and down to
ensure it is fully locked in position.
Do not adjust steering wheel unless
vehicle is stationary and steering
wheel lock has been released.
Note
This equipment may not be
Move the lever in required direction. available in your country or vehicle
model.
 In Brief 11

Exterior Lighting For vehicles without front fog lamps Main beam flash and
and automatic light control. main beam
Exterior lamps control:
0 : Briefly turn to this position to turn
the automatic light control on or off.
Release the control to return to
the AUTO.
AUTO : Turns the dipped beam on
automatically depending on external
light conditions, together with
parking lamps, number plate lamp
and instrument panel lights.
; : Parking lamps
For vehicles with front fog lamps 5 : Dipped beam
and automatic light control.
Press: Main beam flash : pull lever
# : front fog lamps Main beam : push lever to turn on,
push lever again to turn off.
12 In Brief

Turn and lane-change signals Hazard lights Horn

For vehicles equipped with “Airbag”,

Right : lever up On : Press |
press any of the a points.
Left : lever down
Off : Press | again
{ Warning
On vehicles equipped with “Air
bag” system, do not press the
centre push of steering wheel to
avoid deformation of “Air bag”
system covering.
 In Brief 13

Note [ : Function continuously at high Climate Controls

This equipment may not be speed.
available in your country or vehicle Demisting the windows (with
model. Windscreen washer air conditioning)

Washer and Wiper

Systems
Windscreen wiper

Pull the lever to start the spray of Turn the right button to position 0.
water and the wiper blades; when
released, wiper movement will Cooling # on.
continue for a short period to clear
the screen. Set temperature control to warmest
level.
9 : Switch off Set the fan speed to position 0
_ : Function in intervals of (central button).
7 seconds.
x : Function continuously at low
speed.
14 In Brief

Transmission Note . In case you're parking on a

This vehicle is not equipped with a steep downhill gradient, steer
reverse gear synchromesh ring and the wheels so the front of the
in order to ensure a smooth gear tyre faces the pavement.
shift into reverse gear, it is If you're parking on a steep
recommended to wait for about uphill gradient steer the wheels
5 seconds after the clutch pedal is opposite so the rear of the tyre
depressed before engaging R. faces the pavement.
This allows the rotating components . Close all doors, windows and
of the transmission to come to a vents.
standstill before. Alternatively, with
the clutch pedal depressed, moving Getting Started
the gear lever into 1st gear and then
into reverse gear will allow a smooth Check before starting off
engagement of reverse gear. . Tyre pressure and condition.
) : Neutral.
{ Warning
. Engine oil level and fluid levels.
1 to 5 : First to Fifth gears. . All windows, mirrors, exterior
R : Reverse gear. Never engage the reverse gear lighting and number plates are
with the vehicle moving. free from dirt and are
Reverse gear operational.
Press the clutch pedal, pull the . Proper position of mirrors, seats,
button (arrow) upwards and push Parking and seat belts.
the gear lever towards position R. . Always apply handbrake.
If the gear does not engage easily, . Turn the engine off and remove
return the gear lever to neutral the key. Let the engine idle
position and remove the foot from before turning the engine off.
the clutch pedal, press it again and
move the gear lever. . Shift into a low gear (1st. or
reverse).
 In Brief 15

Starting the engine

9 : Ignition off
I : Ignition on
II : Starting
Note
The initially increased engine speed
automatically falls as the engine
temperature rises.
16 Keys, Doors and Windows

Keys, Doors and Windows

Manual Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Keys and Locks
Windows Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Rear Windows (If equipped) . . . 29 Keys
Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Keys and Locks
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Car Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Radio Remote Control . . . . . . . . . 18
Memorised Settings (If
Equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Manual Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Central Locking System . . . . . . . 20
Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . . 21
Doors
Load Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Vehicle Security Only one key is used for all vehicle
Anti-theft Locking System . . . . . . 22 locks and for the ignition. Two keys
Immobiliser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 are supplied, one of them is as
spare (without the radio remote
Exterior Mirrors control), and have their identification
Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 code. Spare key must be kept in a
Manual Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 safe place, but not in the vehicle.
Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 The request of a key replacement,
in case of loss, will only be possible
Interior Mirrors with the key identification code.
Manual Rearview Mirror . . . . . . . . 26
 Keys, Doors and Windows 17

The use of the key ordered at Note The Car Pass is a card with a
Dealers or Chevrolet Authorised If it is necessary to keep the key in password supplied with the vehicle.
Service Operations ensures that the the ignition, after engine has been It includes the following codes that
immobiliser system functions switched off, the key must be are essential in case of service
correctly. removed and inserted again to repairs:
This will prevent unnecessary avoid the vehicle electronic circuits . Vehicle Identification
expense and possible consuming current. That Number (VIN)
insurance-related problems in the consumption may cause battery
discharge. When a door is opened, . Alarm
event of damages as well as
problems concerning warranty the electronic system will emit an . Immobiliser
claims. audible sound to advise the driver
. Key
that the procedure described above
{ Warning was not executed. . Radio

Avoid leaving your vehicle while Car Pass { Warning

the engine is running.
Do not leave the Car Pass in the
Do not leave children in the vehicle, but have it to hand when
vehicle with the ignition key. They consulting a Dealer or Chevrolet
could operate the power windows Authorised Service Operations.
or other controls and could even
make the vehicle move. A child or
others could be injured or even
killed.
18 Keys, Doors and Windows

Radio Remote Control The radio remote control will not . Interference from higher-power
work when inserted in the ignition as radio waves from other sources.
a precaution to avoid unwilling See Manual Door Locks 0 19
activation of the remote control.
Radio Remote Control Battery
{ Warning Replacement
Replace the battery as soon as the
When actuating the anti-theft range reduces.
alarm system, check if all
windows without electric actuation Batteries must be disposed of at an
are closed. appropriate recycling collection
point.

Fault Battery Replacement Of The

Remote Control
If the central locking system cannot
Used to operate: be operated with the radio remote
. Central locking system control, it may be due to the
following:
. Anti-theft alarm system
. Range exceeded.
. Power windows
. Battery voltage too low.
The radio remote control has a
range of approximately 20 metres. . Frequent, repeated operation of
This range can be affected by the remote control while not in
outside influences. range, which will require
resynchronisation.
The hazard warning flashers confirm
the operation. . Overloading the central locking
by operating at frequent
Handle with care, protect it from intervals, the power supply is 1. Open the transmitter cover.
moisture and high temperatures and interrupted for a short time.
avoid unnecessary operation.
 Keys, Doors and Windows 19

2. Remove the used battery. Note Manual Door Locks

Avoid touching the circuit board In order to keep the transmitter
to other components. working properly, follow these
3. Install the new battery. Be sure guidelines:
the negative side (−) faces . Avoid dropping the transmitter.
down towards the base.
. Do not place heavy objects on
4. Close the transmitter cover. the transmitter.
5. Check the operation of the . Keep the transmitter away from
transmitter with your vehicle. water and direct sunlight. If the
transmitter gets wet, wipe it with
Caution a soft cloth.

Avoid touching the flat surfaces of Memorised Settings (If

the battery with your bare fingers Equipped) For vehicles without the central
as it will shorten battery life. locking system, the doors can be
By removing the key from the
locked individually by the “pin” with
ignition switch the settings are
Note the door open or closed, except for
automatically saved:
Use CR2032 (or equivalent) the driver's door that can only be
replacement battery. . Air conditioning system (if locked with the pin if the door is
equipped) closed to avoid locking of the key
Note inside of the vehicle.
(On/Off, air temperature and fan
Used lithium batteries can harm the
speed) Note
environment.
. Inner air circulation To prevent the driver from being
Follow local recycling laws for inadvertently locked out, the button
disposal. . Board Computer menu items on the driver's door cannot be
Do not discard with household . Customisation menu items depressed when the door is open.
refuse.
20 Keys, Doors and Windows

If the driver's door is not closed, the Unlocking Central locking buttons
central locking system will unlock
Turn the key in driver's door lock Locks or unlocks all doors and fuel
again immediately after locking.
anticlockwise to unlock all doors tank filler neck.
If lock is operated many times the and the fuel tank filler neck's door.
lock will stop operating to prevent
Note
damage to the lock system.
When pulling the inner handle
(driver side) with the doors locked,
Central Locking System they will be unlocked; by pulling it
In vehicles equipped with Central again, the door is opened. When
locking system, the system works pulling the inner handle of one of
for doors, doors windows and fuel the doors (except the driver door),
tank filler neck cover. with the doors locked, only such
door will be unlocked; when pulling
Locking it again, the door will be opened.
Turn the key in driver's door lock
clockwise to lock all doors and the
fuel tank filler neck, (let the key
{ Warning . With the switch T: press to lock
return to the vertical position and In case one of the doors or the or unlock all doors and fuel tank
remove it); alternatively, when the load compartment lid is opened filler neck. In case the system
locking is performed from vehicle without deactivating the alarm, was subjected to an
inside, the lock pin on the doors or the alarm will sound a warning overcharging due to repeated
the button in the instrument panel signal and it can be only actuations, the current supply
must be pressed. deactivated, through the remote will be interrupted for
To prevent the driver from being control or by inserting the key into approximately 30 seconds;
inadvertently locked out, the pin on the ignition switch. or
the driver's door cannot be . With the lock pin: lower the door
depressed when the door is open. lock pin (driver side) to lock the
door or raise it to unlock
the door.
 Keys, Doors and Windows 21

Locking the car with the key Unlocking Doors lock

Locking

When turning the key anticlockwise, To operate the door locks from the
Rotate the key clockwise. all the doors and the fuel tank filler inside, depress the locking pins.
neck are unlocked. If inadvertently the driver's door
Doors and fuel tank filler neck lid locks when closing, the lever will
are locked. Note
return to the unlocked position. This
In case of unlocking with door lock, will prevent vehicle from locking with
The alarm is not activated and the due to safety, the alarm is not
windows will not close if you lock the key inside.
deactivated, and will be triggered
the car with the key. when the doors are opened and
stopped when turning the key in the Automatic Door Locks
ignition, or pressing the unlock The doors will lock automatically
button on remote control. happen when the vehicle speed
exceeds 15 km/h. If the doors are
already locked, when the vehicle
starts moving, and the doors are
unlocked before the vehicle reaches
22 Keys, Doors and Windows

15 km/h, the doors will lock

automatically when the vehicle
Doors Vehicle Security
reaches this speed. However, if the
doors are unlocked above 15 km/h, Load Compartment Anti-theft Locking System
the doors will not again unlock Cargo deck lock For the alarm activation all the
automatically. doors should be closed.
Note Door locking and anti-theft
. If doors lock automatically system with remote control
happens after the vehicle
reaches 15 km/h, when stopping Direct the key to the vehicle and
the vehicle and removing the press button Q.
ignition key from ignition lock,
When actuating the alarm, inspect if
the doors will automatically be
the manually actuated windows are
unlocked. However, the doors
closed, avoiding accidental
will not unlock automatically
triggering.
when they are locked manually.
. Handle the remote control unit For safety reasons, the vehicle
should not be locked with the key in
with care; it must be protected
the ignition switch.
against moisture and it must not
be unnecessarily operated. To lock : Turn the key anticlockwise Door unlocking and anti-theft
until the lock groove is in the
horizontal position.
system with remote control
deactivation
To unlock : Turn the key clockwise
until the lock groove is in the vertical Direct the key towards the vehicle
position. and press the button K once.
Note The system unlock all the doors.
You can remove the key on either
locked or unlocked positions,
optionally.
 Keys, Doors and Windows 23

Light-emitting diode (LED) of Anti-theft alarm system Note

anti-theft alarm system movement sensor inhibitor This procedure can only be done
(ultrasound) with the engine bonnet closed and
ignition switched off (without the key
in the ignition cylinder).

Immobiliser

When the anti-theft alarm system is

activated, the lamp remains lit up for . Press the buttons (arrows)
about 10 seconds and starts to flash simultaneously. The LED will
indicating the system activation. flash for about 10 seconds.
Note . Exit the vehicle and close the
When activated the theft-deterrent doors. This vehicle has a passive theft
warning system, should the lamp . deterrent system.
Lock the doors and activate the
start flashing for the first anti-theft alarm system with the The system does not have to be
10 seconds, one door or engine remote control. The alarm will be manually armed or disarmed.
bonnet may be open, or the warning active without ultra sound/motion The vehicle is automatically
system may be faulty. In this case, sensor operation. This is immobilised when the key is
consult a Chevrolet Dealership or recommended when animals are removed from the ignition.
Authorised Repair Shop for left in the vehicle.
checking and repairs.
24 Keys, Doors and Windows

This system is automatically

disarmed when the vehicle is
Exterior Mirrors Exterior mirrors adjustment
started with the correct key. The key
uses a transponder that matches an Convex Mirrors { Warning
immobiliser control unit in the Always adjust the rear-view
vehicle and automatically disarms { Warning mirrors, before driving the vehicle,
the system. Only the correct key so move the mirror for a clearer
starts the vehicle. The vehicle may The surface of the mirror is
and comfortable view behind your
not start if the key is damaged. curved (convex) to increase the
vehicle.
field of the driver's vision.
The immobiliser light B, located It's advisable to adjust the exterior
in the instrument panel cluster, The objects seen through the
mirror so that a little of the vehicle
comes on if there is a problem with exterior rear-view mirrors will
and the area behind it can
arming or disarming the seem smaller and more distant
be seen.
theft-deterrent system. When trying than they are in the reality, due to
to start the vehicle, the immobiliser this convex surface. Don't
comes on briefly when the ignition is underestimate the real distance of
turned on. If the engine does not the vehicle reflected in the mirror,
start and the immobiliser light stays always check the internal rear
on, there is a problem in the system. view mirror or glance over your
Turn the ignition off and try again. shoulder before changing lanes.
If the engine still does not start, and
the key appear to be undamaged,
try another key.
If the engine still does not start with
the other key, the vehicle needs
service. See your dealer who can
service the theft-deterrent system
and have a new key made.
 Keys, Doors and Windows 25

Manual Mirrors Power Mirrors Folding Mirrors

Exterior mirror folding

The exterior rear-view mirrors are The control of the power mirrors is
easily adjustable through adjuster located on the door trim beside the
levers in the vehicle. To perform the driver. The exterior rear-view mirrors can
position adjustment, move the fold in the direction shown in the
To adjust the mirrors: illustration, this feature is designed
adjuster lever installed on door
panelling. 1. Move the selector switch (A) to for pedestrians protection in case of
the left or right to choose either collision. The mirrors can also be
the driver or passenger side manually folded to reduce the total
mirror. width of the vehicle and also to
prevent damage when the vehicle is
2. Press on of the four marks parked.
located on the control pad (B)
to move the mirror to the
desired direction.
26 Keys, Doors and Windows

{ Warning Interior Mirrors { Warning

Push the mirror to return it to the Manual Rearview Mirror The internal rear-view mirror is
original position before driving the bi-articulated, to so that it can be
vehicle. Manual anti-dazzle moved out of the way of the sun
visors.
Always adjust the rear-view
mirrors before driving the vehicle.
Adjust the mirror for a clear and
comfortable view behind your
vehicle and in such a way that it
does not affect the driver's
forward field of vision.

The adjustment of internal rear-view

mirror is made manually. To avoid
glare from the headlamps behind
you when driving at night, use the
tab behind the mirror.
 Keys, Doors and Windows 27

Windows Power Windows part of the switch and the lowering

through the lower portion of the
switch. A slight press on the
Manual Windows actuation switch allows the opening
or closing of windows in small
increments. To close, or open
automatically, keep the switch
pressed for a longer time; to stop
the window movement, press the
switch again.

{ Warning
. When activating the window
electric controls there is risk
In vehicles equipped with power of injury, particularly for
windows, the system is controlled children. Parts of the human
Turn the window winder to open or by switches located in the body or objects could
to close them. respective doors. The availability of become trapped between
actuation is indicated by the lights the window and the door
on the switches: when closing it.
. Ready to actuation: Lights up. . Make sure that all vehicle
. Deactivated: Lights off. occupants know how to
operate the windows
The driver's door switches controls correctly.
the windows of both doors. The
switch of the other door controls the (Continued)
window of its respective door. The
raising of windows is performed
through the actuation of the upper
28 Keys, Doors and Windows

the passenger's door. When closing The switches of the electric drive of
Warning (Continued) the door, the window is the door windows have a protection
automatically closed. system that inhibits their operation if
. Close the windows only they are activated several times
after ensuring that there is Sequenced opening system over a short period.
no object impeding
When actuating the automatic The automatic opening / closing of
closing them.
opening system, the window will windows is not possible after an
. Before leaving the vehicle, stop moving approximately 10 mm interruption of the power supply or a
remove the key from before of its final position. If total drop in voltage of the battery. In this
ignition. opening is required just actuate the case an appropriate programming of
switch again. electronic system is required.
Anti-smashing protection Window electronic Manually
system programming
Close all doors, turn the ignition
If the window glass encounters Automatically switch on and program each one of
resistance above the middle of the the windows. For this, close the
stroke, during the automatic closing, The windows can also be
programmed when the window which is being programmed
it is immediately stopped and and keep the switch pressed for at
window opened again. To switch off theft-deterrent system remote
control is actuated. The electrically least 5 seconds after closing that.
the protective system press the
switch intermittently for closing the actuated windows will be kept After it, open the window and keep
window in stages. closed and they will be the switch pressed for at least
automatically programmed. 5 seconds after opening it.
Internal pressure alive system
Note This procedure can be done by first
When one of the doors is open, the If the system is overloaded, the opening and then closing the
window of one of the doors will open energy source is automatically cut window too.
partially. The partial opening of the off in a short time. Repeat this procedure with the other
door window will occur in alternated
window.
way, once this will occur on the
driver's door and in another time on
 Keys, Doors and Windows 29

Closing the windows from Rear Windows Sun Visors

outside the vehicle (If equipped)
When locking the vehicle door with
the remote control unit, all windows
with electric actuation that are
opened will be automatically closed.
Leaving the vehicle
The windows can be actuated after
the ignition is switched off. Once the
doors are closed, the windows
cannot be actuated from inside the
vehicle. Before leaving the vehicle,
the driver must remove the key from
ignition in order to avoid other Sun visors are cushioned and swing
vehicle passengers actuating the up, down or to the sides to block out
To open it, press the lever (arrow 1),
windows (injury risk). the glare disturbing the driver and
and pull the lock to the driver's side
(arrow 2). When closing it, be sure it passengers.
is properly locked.
Note
Whenever closing the rear window
glass, always press the lever until
the glass is closed for avoiding
knocks on the lock.
30 Seats and Restraints

Seats and Head Restraints { Warning

Restraints Only drive with the head restraint
set to the proper position.
Head Restraints
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Head restraint adjustment
Front Seats
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Folding Seat-back . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Safety Belts
Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
How to Wear Safety Belts
Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Three-Point Safety Belt . . . . . . . . 35 Caution
Seat-Belt Use During
Pregnancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 The headrests are safety devices.
Seat Belt Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Always drive with them properly
adjusted. The upper portion of the
Airbag System
headrest should be always close To adjust the head restraint press
Air-Bag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
to the head, aligned with your the release button (arrow) and slide
Airbag On-Off Switch . . . . . . . . . . 40
head upper portion. Never adjust the head restraint manually up or
Child Restraints it at neck level. down. The head restraint can be
Child Restraint Systems . . . . . . . 41 positioned in three different heights.
Child Restraint Installation
Make sure it is properly locked at
Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
one of the three positions.
 Seats and Restraints 31

Head restraint removal Front Seats { Warning

Seat Adjustment It is extremely important that the
seat is adjusted according to the
Distance adjustment best and safety position for
driving. Never adjust the driver
seat position while driving the
vehicle. The seat could move
resulting in loss of the vehicle
control.

Seat backrests

To remove the head restraint, press

the release button (arrow) and pull
the head restraint.

To adjust the seat forward/rearward,

pull the control lever up, slide the
seat to the desired position and
release lever to leave seat in set
position.
Always make sure the correct
anchoring of the seat, trying to slide
forward and backward.
32 Seats and Restraints

To adjust the seat back, turn the Driver's seat height

round knob on the side part of the Caution (Continued)
seat. Do not lean on seat when
adjusting. you could go into it, receiving
neck or other injuries. The lap belt
Seat backrest correct position can't do its job either.
In a crash the belt could go up
over your abdomen. The belt
forces would be there and not at
your pelvic bones. This could
result in serious internal injuries.
For the proper protection when
the vehicle is in motion, have the
seatback upright.
Then sit well back in the seat and Pull the lever upwards and remove
wear your seat belt correctly. the weight on the seat to raise it.
Pull the lever and push the seat
downwards to lower it. Adjust the
seat cushion to the driver's height
Caution so the driver can reach the pedals
and steering wheel.
Even if you buckle up, your seat
belts can't do their job when you
are reclined. The diagonal belt
can't do its job because it won't
be against your body. In a crash
(Continued)
 Seats and Restraints 33

Folding Seat-back Safety handle (if equipped) Safety Belts

Seat Belts

To fold the seatback move the The safety handle is fixed on the
release lever, located at the upper roof above the passenger door. To
outer side of backrest, upwards and use it pull it down, it automatically
returns to its original position The seat belts are one of the most
simultaneously, pull the seat back important safety devices for the
forwards. after use.
driver and his passengers. Never
neglect using the seat belts. Before
Caution starting your vehicle, gently pull the
seat belts and buckle up. When
Whenever performing this locked the belt should not be
procedure, return the seat to the twisted. Besides not being twisted
rest position until it lock. When the upper section of belt should be
the seat is not locked, it might against your body. The seat back
move and hurt you in case of a should not be excessively bent
sudden braking or crash. backwards. The vehicle is equipped
with three-point seat belt.
34 Seats and Restraints

The seat belts should not be in

contact with objects in the pockets Warning (Continued)
of clothing, such as pens, glasses,
. A safety seat belt which was
etc., As this could cause injury to
the user. subjected to severe loads,
for example, in a crash,
The lap part of seat belt should be should be replaced with a
in the lowest position and flush with new one.
the hips, touching the thighs. The
. Before closing the door, be
seat belt should go over the
shoulder and across his chest. sure the safety seat belt is
These body parts are suitable to fully retracted. In case the
receive the seat belts load. safety seat belt gets caught
in the door, the safety seat
belt or the vehicle could be 4. Fit the latch plate in the buckle
{ Warning damaged. until you hear a click.
. All vehicle occupants should
use safety seat belts. In How to Wear Safety Belts
case you are not using the
safety seat belt, the injuries Properly
caused due to a crash could 1. Close and lock the door.
become even more severe.
2. Adjust the seat so that you can
You may strike objects
sit up straight.
inside the passengers'
compartment as well as 3. Gently pull up the latch plate
being thrown out of the car. and make sure the seat belt is
(Continued) not twisted.

5. Pull the diagonal to adjust

the belt.
 Seats and Restraints 35

Three-Point Safety Belt Seat-Belt Use During

Three points seat belt height Pregnancy
adjustment

6. To unbuckle the belt, press on

the buckle button. The belt
retracts automatically.

Caution
To perform the adjustment press the
button (left arrow), set the height Safety belts work for everyone,
according to your size (right arrow). including pregnant women. Like
This is very important if the previous all occupants, they are more likely
user was shorter than you are. to be seriously injured if they
don't wear seat belts. A pregnant
{ Warning woman should wear a
lap-shoulder belt. The lap portion
Never perform the height should be worn as low as
adjustment while you are driving. possible throughout the
pregnancy.
36 Seats and Restraints

The best way to protect the foetus is

to protect the mother. In a crash the { Warning Airbag System
foetus is more likely not to be hurt
when a seat belt is worn correctly.
. All belt components should Air-Bag System
For pregnant women, as for be inspected regularly; have
everyone, the key to making seat damaged components
belts effective is wearing them replaced.
properly. . A belt that has been subject
to forces, such as in an
Seat Belt Care accident should be replaced
with a new one.
Always keep belts clean and dry. To
clean belts, use soap and warm
water. Make sure belts are not
damaged or stuck in cutting objects.
Do not modify the seat belt systems.
When buckled in, make sure the
release button is upward or outward
so you can unbuckle fast if This system is identified with the
necessary. inscription “Airbag” in the steering
wheel (driver's side) and above the
glovebox (passenger's side),
besides the adhesive label in the
side area of door, driver's side.
The “Airbag” system includes:
. Inflatable bags in the steering
wheel and the dash panel with
our integrated gas generator.
. Electronic control module with a
built-in deceleration sensor
 Seats and Restraints 37
. Instrument panel cluster The airbags are supplemental safety deceleration imposed on the
indicator light 9. devices, which jointly with the seat passenger vehicle in which they are
belts increase the protection level to thrown forward.
{ Warning the passengers in case of collisions
involving very severe decelerations
Note that the speed of impact is not
the most important factor to deploy
With use mandated by law, seat of the vehicle. the airbag system, but the
belts are the most important The airbag function is to protect the deceleration imposed on the
protection devices for passengers head and the chest of the vehicle occupant. An electronic module with
and they are strictly required to passengers in case of violent a deceleration sensor controls the
be used. Only through the use of impacts against the steering wheel actuation of the airbag system.
the seat belts, the airbag system or against the instrument panel, in If necessary, at the first moment it
could help to reduce the severity case of the protection provided by actuates the gas generator which
of injuries to the vehicle the seat belt is not enough to avoid inflates the bags, softening the
passengers in case of a crash. severe or lethal injuries. contact between the passenger
The airbag system is not deployed body and the steering wheel or
in case of light front impacts, side or instrument panel.
rear impacts, overturns, skidding or The gas generator device
other situations in which the deployment for inflating the airbags
passengers are not thrown forward is not harmful to the ears.
seriously (for those the seat belt is
enough to protect the passengers).
To certify low decelerations or to
{ Danger
avoid a crash of the passenger The airbag was designed to be
against vehicle's parts ahead, the touched only after it is fully
airbag system must only be inflated. This way, before driving,
deployed in front impacts where the we recommend that the front
seat belt is not enough to retain the seats be properly adjusted.
38 Seats and Restraints

“Airbag” inflation they may be . The steering wheel and dash

{ Danger thrown against the occupants, panel disassembly should only
causing injury. be carried out in a Chevrolet
. The seat belts must be
. Do not install any non-original Dealer or Authorised Centre.
properly fastened.
accessories in the steering . The “Airbag” was designed to
. If a collision occurred, and wheel or the dash panel, as discharge once only. After
the airbag was deployed these may interfere with airbag discharged it should be
and the passengers of the deployment at the time it immediately replaced in a
vehicle were not using seat inflates, thus preventing the Chevrolet Dealer or Authorised
belts, the risk of severe system operation or else being Centre.
injuries could increase thrown at the occupants,
considerably. . Do not carry any objects or keep
resulting in injury. objects in our mouth when
. Never modify any “Airbag” you're driving; should the
Note components. The incorrect “Airbag” inflate, the risk of injury
This light 9 should be ON every handling may cause it to inflate or death accident will increase
time that the ignition goes to ON inadvertently causing the driver noticeably.
position, since previously the or the seat passenger to be . When transferring the vehicle to
ignition stays in OFF position for at injured. another owner, please tell him
least 1 sec, and should go off soon . The electronic system that the vehicle is featured with an
after. In case this does not happen controls the Airbag is located in Airbag and recommend him to
look for a Chevrolet Authorised the front console. In order to familiarise with the information
Dealership or Repair Shop in order avoid failures, do not place any contained in this Owner manual.
to have the failure repaired. magnetic object close to the . Disassembling a vehicle with a
Important cautions: console. non-inflated Airbag may be very
. Never keep any object between . In case vehicle is exposed to dangerous. When discarding a
the “Airbag” and the seat any floods, contact a Chevrolet vehicle contact a Chevrolet
occupants, since in case of Dealer or Authorised Centre. Dealer or an Authorised Centre.
 Seats and Restraints 39

Installing a child restraint

system in the passenger seat { Danger Danger (Continued)
of a vehicle equipped with In vehicles equipped with Airbag affects the referred systems
Airbag: in the passenger seat, the child indirectly should be carried
restraint system should not be out in a Chevrolet
installed in the passenger seat. Dealership or Authorised
Repair Shop. For further
explanations, contact any
{ Danger Chevrolet Dealership or
Authorised Repair Shop of
. This vehicle was designed your preference.
to provide any occupants . Vehicles equipped with
with full safety. ”Airbag” system has specific
. This is why in the assembly components, such as
line chemical lock screws inflatable bags, seat belts,
are used, which following bumper beams, electronic
any removal should be items that must be only
Vehicles equipped with “Airbag” can replaced with original replaced by original and
be identified by the word “Airbag” on screws with same part identical parts as those
the self-adhesive label on the number. assembled by the factory.
sunshade on the passenger's side.
. Though, we strongly
recommend that any
servicing involving the { Danger
vehicle safety systems Never install a frontal impact bar
(namely, brakes, seats,
(bull bar) in an Airbag - equipped
suspension, seat belts, etc.)
vehicle. This accessory can affect
or yet any servicing that
the operation of the Airbag
(Continued) system.
40 Seats and Restraints

Airbag On-Off Switch Use the ignition key to choose the

position:
Front airbag system for the front
passenger seat must be deactivated +: front passenger airbags are
if a child restraint system is to be deactivated and will not inflate in the
fitted on this seat. The belt event of a collision. Control indicator
pretensioners and all driver airbag + illuminates continuously. No adult
systems will remain active. is allowed to occupy the front
passenger seat while this control
indicator is off.
/: front passenger airbags are
active. A child restraint system must
not be installed.
As long as the control indicator + is
{ Danger not illuminated, the airbag systems
for the front passenger seat will
Risk of fatal injury for a child inflate in the event of a collision.
using a child restraint system on If both control indicators are
a seat with activated front illuminated at the same time, there
passenger airbag. is a system failure. The status of the
Risk of fatal injury for an adult system is not discernible, therefore
The front passenger airbag system person on a seat with deactivated no person is allowed to occupy the
can be deactivated via a key - front passenger airbag. front passenger seat. Contact a
operated switch on the glove box Chevrolet retailer immediately.
internal the same, as shown in the
image.
 Seats and Restraints 41

Consult a Chevrolet retailer

immediately if neither of the two
Child Restraints Group Weight class
control indicators is illuminated. 15 to 25 kg (34
Child Restraint Systems Group II
to 55 lb.)
Change status only when the
vehicle is stopped with the ignition The hips of an infant are too small 22 to 36 kg (49
and a regular seat belt will not Group III
off. Status remains until the next to 79 lb.)
change. remain in the correct place, as
necessary. Instead, there is a
possibility that the seat belt remains
at the infant's abdomen forcing it
directly and can cause serious injury
in case of collision.
Market Child restraint systems
classification
Child restraint system available in
the market are classified regarding
the mass of the child as following:
Group Weight class
Up to
Group 0 Model A - Group 0 and 0+
10 kg (22 lb.)
(Baby seat)
Up to
Group 0+
13 kg (28 lb.)
9 to 18 kg (20
Group I
to 39 lb.)
42 Seats and Restraints

Model B- Group I (Child seat)

{ Danger Model C- Group II and III
{ Warning
Do not place a Baby seat on a (booster seat) . When carrying a child,
seat with activated front Note follow the procedures for the
passenger airbag; otherwise, the Observe the rules provided by transport of children
airbag in case of collision may current legislation regarding the established by the
cause serious injury to the child, child restraint system installation in local laws.
as the child's head would be very the front seat. . In some countries, the use
close to the inflating airbag. See of child restraint systems is
Note
information regarding how forbidden on certain seats.
disabling the passenger airbag to For a correct choice of the child
restraint system, it is important to . Make sure that the child
install a child seat at section restraint device is installed
consider not only age and mass
Airbag On-Off Switch 0 40. properly. If the child seat is
factors, but also the biotype of the
child. not properly attached, the
risk of serious injury in case
General Motors recommends using of collision increases.
genuine GM child restraint system.
. Do not attach or place
Note objects or other materials on
Before acquiring a child restraint the child restraint device.
device, check if it is suitable for the
seat belt and seat. . Do not leave any loose
object in the vehicle During
an impact, this object may
cause injuries on the
occupants.
(Continued)
 Seats and Restraints 43

Note Always use the child restraint device

Warning (Continued) Make sure that the child restraint properly installed and with the seat
device: belt placed, even if the course is
. After removing the child short. Check, mainly, if the seat belt
from the vehicle, keep the . Is in accordance to the
is properly stretched, if it is not
child restraint device instructions given by the child twisted or positioned incorrectly.
attached with the seat belt, restraint device manufacturer.
in order to avoid the device . Have the label of approval of
from being thrown forward safety regulations
in case of sudden braking. accomplishments, in terms of the
. If it is not necessary to keep local laws.
the child restraint device on . Are suitable to your vehicle.
the rear seat, remove it from
the vehicle and store it.
. After an accident, it is
necessary to replace the
child restraint device
because it must have
suffered non-visible
damages.
44 Seats and Restraints

Child Restraint Installation Locations

{ Danger
Admissible positions for fitting a child restraint system (with 3 points
seat belt). Warning — Extreme hazard
Mass Group Passenger Seat Never use a rearward facing child
restraint on a seat protected by
Deactivated
an active airbag in front of it,
Activated airbag airbag
death or serious injury to the child
0: up to 10 kg X U can occur.
0+: up to 13 kg X U
I: 9 to 18 kg X U Note
The provisions established by the
II: 15 to 25 kg X U laws overlap the provisions of this
III: 22 to 36 kg X U Manual.
X: No child restraint system permitted in this position and weight class.
U: Installation permitted in conjunction with three-point seat belt { Danger
(Universal). Move passenger seat as far as back as possible. Adjust seat Never use a single seat belt
backrest inclination as far as necessary to a vertical position to ensure that
which an adult and a child. During
the belt is tight on the buckle side.
an impact, the seat belt probably
exert strong pressure on the
child, causing serious or fatal
Note This vehicle does not have ISOFIX
injury.
Move the head restraint to anchorages, therefore, the
uppermost position. If it interferes installation of a Child Restraint Never allow two children sharing
with the proper installation of the System equipped only with ISOFIX the same seat belt. Both could
child restraint system, remove the attachment is not permitted. Child suffer serious injuries in a
headrest. restraint system can only be collision.
installed in this vehicle with the 3
points seat belt.
 Seats and Restraints 45

Children older than

10 years old { Danger
Correct use of the seat belt for . Children without seat belt
children over 10 years old. can be thrown out in an
accident.
. Always that a child is
seated, the lap belt shall be
in low position closely to
hips, touching child thighs.
In an accident, it applies a
belt force in pelvic bones of
the child.
{ Danger
Infants and children must never
be carried on the lap of another
occupant.
Although an infant does not To verify if a child is able to use a
weight much, it will be so heavy three-point belt, make sure the
during a collision that it will be child's knees fold comfortably on the
edge seat, transversal belt passes
impossible to hold it, even if the
on child chest (between the neck
occupant is attached to the
and arm), lap belt is as low as
seat belt. possible over the child hip.
46 Seats and Restraints

{ Danger
This picture shows a child seated
in a seat with a three-point belt
used incorrectly.
If a child uses the belt this way, in
a collision can suffer injuries and
risk of death.
 Storage 47

Storage Storage Storage on top of the

instrument panel (if equipped)
Compartments
Storage Compartments
Instrument Panel Storage . . . . . . 47 Instrument Panel Storage
Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Luggage/Load Locations
Luggage Compartment . . . . . . . . 49
Load Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Cargo Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Additional Storage Features
Load Rails and Hooks . . . . . . . . . 51
Warning Triangle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Fire Extinguisher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 For basic models the storage does
not have the cover.
Roof Rack System
Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Storage can be found beside and
Information on Loading the below the external illumination
Vehicle button and in the central console.
Information on Loading the
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
48 Storage

Doors, storage Floor storage Glove Box

The doors have storage Between the seats you can find a To open it, pull the handle.
compartments, the upper for coins storage compartment in the carpet
and small objects and the lower for and a storage compartment in the
maps and bigger objects. central console for small objects.
 Storage 49

Cupholders Note Luggage/Load

Avoid accelerating or braking
abruptly when the cupholder is in Locations
use, in order to avoid the spill of
liquids. It is recommended the Luggage Compartment
glasses are covered when they are
positioned on the cupholder. Luggage arrangement
The cupholders were developed for Small packages/luggage can be
canned drinks of standard size and arranged in the compartment
small bottles. Bigger bottles or located behind the seats. Larger
glasses must not be forced to fit in packages/luggage can be placed on
the cupholder, because they can be the cargo deck and securely
deformed. attached.

The cupholders are located in the

centre console, in front of the gear
lever.

There are 2 storage pockets on the

sides of the luggage compartment.
50 Storage

Load Compartment Cargo Area

{ Warning
Loading capacity Cargo deck door
. When opening the tailgate it
is recommended that the
weight of the tailgate is
supported with your free
hand whilst releasing to
centre handle.
. The tailgate is not designed
to be removed. To remove
the tailgate contact a dealer
or a Chevrolet authorised
service centre.

Cargo box volume “A” (in litres) To open, pull the centre handle and
. 1.180 lower the lid. To close, raise the lid
and press the upper ends until
hearing a locking noise.
 Storage 51

Additional Storage Footsteps: cargo deck Warning Triangle

Features
Load Rails and Hooks

There are two side footsteps which The warning triangle is located
make easier the access to the cargo under the cover and behind the
deck from the side of the vehicle. driver's seat.
Besides these side footsteps, you
On the load compartment outer and could also use the rear bumper to
inner portions, there are hooks for ease the access to the cargo deck.
routing ropes or plastic fasteners in The load capacity over the footsteps
order to secure the load. is 120 kg.
To tie the load in the cargo
compartment use the inner hooks
(metallic hooks).
52 Storage

Fire Extinguisher Note

{ Warning Notices that from 01.01.05 with the
introduction of the ABC powder –
The fire extinguisher maintenance
that it can be used in solid
is owner's responsibility, thus it
materials, inflammable liquid and
should be performed unfailingly in energised electric equipments – the
the intervals specified by validity started to be of 5 years from
manufacturer, according to the equipment manufacture date.
instructions printed on the
equipment label. The owner must
periodically check if:
. Its internal pressure still is
indicated by the green
operating zone of the
pressure gauge
Whenever using the fire
extinguisher: . The lead seal is not
breached.
1. Stop the vehicle and turn the
engine off immediately. . The extinguisher's validity is
not expired.
2. Remove the extinguisher
(arrow) located on the floor, In case of some irregularity or
under the passenger seat. after use it, the extinguisher must
3. Actuate the fire extinguisher be replaced by a new one,
according to the instructions manufactured according to the
printed on the fire current law.
extinguisher tank.
 Storage 53

Roof Rack System Information on Load limit on the rear bumper

Roof-top bar (if equipped) Loading the Vehicle

Load limit on the lid

The maximum load on the rear

bumper is 100 kg.
The Roof-Top bar was not designed
for any loading type and not When loading the vehicle
The load limit on the lid should be
protecting the vehicle's occupants in Keep in mind some important items
adhered to otherwise the lid and the
case of a roll-over. when loading the vehicle:
body might be damaged.
. The heaviest luggage should be
Load limit on the lid:
placed on the floor, ahead of the
. Concentrated: 50 kg rear axle. Place the heaviest
. Distributed: 150 kg luggage ahead as much as
possible.
. Be sure the load is properly
secured in order to avoid the
objects being thrown forward
while driving.
54 Storage
. Put the objects on the vehicle
cargo deck. Try to distribute the
weight evenly.
. When placing an object inside
the vehicle, attach it securely
whenever possible.
. Do not exceed the Total Gross
Weight and the Maximum
Admissible Weight on the front
and rear axles when loading the
vehicle. This could damage the
vehicle components, and also
alter the vehicle driving
conditions. This could result in
loss of control. Besides, the
excess load could reduce the
vehicle's service life.
. The warranty terms do not cover
component or part failure due to
excess of load.
 Instruments and Controls 55

Instruments and Brake System Warning Light . . . 64

Antilock Brake System (ABS)
Controls Warning Light (if equipped) . . . 64
Engine Coolant Temperature
Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Instrument Panel Overview Engine Oil Pressure Light . . . . . . 65
Instrument Panel Overview . . . . 56 Low Fuel Warning Light . . . . . . . . 65
High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Controls Front Fog Lamp Light . . . . . . . . . . 66
Steering Wheel Adjustment Trailer Indicator Light . . . . . . . . . . 66
(If equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Door Ajar Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Windscreen Wiper/Washer . . . . . 58 Information Displays
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Driver Information
Power Sockets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Centre (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

Warning Lights, Gauges, and Vehicle Messages

Indicators Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Rev Counter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Fuel Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Engine Coolant Temperature
Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Safety Belt Reminders . . . . . . . . . 62
Airbag Readiness Light . . . . . . . . 62
Charging System Light . . . . . . . . . 63
Malfunction Indicator Lamp . . . . 63
System Check Light . . . . . . . . . . . 63
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56 Instruments and Controls

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Instrument Panel Overview
Vehicle with Petrol Engine
 Instruments and Controls 57

U : Door Ajar Light 0 66 Controls Note

This equipment may not be
# : Front Fog Lamp Light 0 66 available in your country or vehicle
. : Low Fuel Warning Light 0 65 Steering Wheel model.
B : See System Check Light 0 63 Adjustment (If equipped)
Horn
$ : High-Beam On Light 0 66
: : Engine Oil Pressure
Light 0 65
$ : Brake System Warning
Light 0 64
! : Antilock Brake System (ABS)
Warning Light (if equipped) 0 64
B : Engine Coolant Temperature
Warning Light 0 65
* : Malfunction Indicator
Lamp 0 63
Unlock lever, adjust steering wheel,
> : Safety Belt Reminders 0 62 lock it again and ensure it is fully For vehicles equipped with “Airbag”,
" : Charging System Light 0 63 locked.
press any of the a points.
9 : See Airbag Readiness
Light 0 62 { Warning
G : Indicator 0 62 Do not adjust steering wheel
; : See Exterior Lamp unless vehicle is stationary and
Controls 0 74 steering wheel lock has been
released.
H : See Trailer Indicator Light 0 66
58 Instruments and Controls

The actuating stalk of windscreen Pull the stalk to start the spray of
{ Warning wiper can be moved to four water and the wiper blades; when
positions: released, wiper movement will
On vehicles equipped with “Air continue for a short period to clear
bag” system, do not press the 9 : Switch off the screen.
centre push of steering wheel to _ : Once it has been Note
avoid deformation of “Air bag” actuated, it operates in intervals of
system covering. about 7 seconds. Avoid to use the windscreen wipers
dry or without the washers has been
x : Function continuously at low actuated.
Windscreen Wiper/ speed.
Washer [ : Function continuously at high Clock
speed.
Windscreen wiper
Windscreen washer
 Instruments and Controls 59

Power Sockets The plug for connection of the

{ Warning lighter can be used for connection of
Power outlet/Cigarette lighter 12V electrical accessories.
For your security, the clock can (if equipped)
only be adjusted with the The maximum power supply for the
ignition off. accessories must not exceed 120
watts for power take.
To adjust the clock do the following: Do not connect any device that
supplies electric power to the socket
Stem button Operation for example, batteries.
Press for more
The hours flash
than 2 seconds
Press for less The number
than 2 seconds increases
Press for more The minutes
than 2 seconds flash
Press for less The number With the ignition switched on, press
than 2 seconds increases in the cigarette lighter. Heating
ceases automatically once the
The time adjust mode is finished by element is glowing. Withdraw the
pressing the button for more than lighter for use.
2 seconds.
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Warning Lights, Speedometer distance driven since last reset. To

reset press the instrument panel
Gauges, and button when the trip odometer is
displayed.
Indicators
Instrument Cluster Rev Counter
Petrol Engine
Vehicle with petrol engine

Indicates vehicle speed in

kilometres per hour.

Trip Odometer

The tachometer indicates the engine

In the instrument panel cluster can speed in revolutions per minute
be viewed: speedometer, (RPM) (the correct reading is done
tachometer, fuel gauge, engine by multiplying the indicated number
coolant temperature, indicators and by 1000).
indicator lamps.
The odometer and trip odometer are
located in the upper portion of the
instrument panel cluster display.
The trip odometer records the
 Instruments and Controls 61

When the ignition is on, the fuel gauge will take approximately
Caution gauge shows how much fuel the 10 minutes to indicate actual fuel
vehicle has left in the fuel tank. An level inside the fuel tank.
If the needle is in the red warning arrow on the fuel gauge indicates
zone, the maximum permitted . The pointer on the fuel gauge is
which side of the vehicle the fuel on empty when the ignition is off.
engine speed is exceeded. door is located. The gauge indicates
Engine at risk. empty before the vehicle is out of
fuel, to show that the vehicle's fuel Engine Coolant
To obtain the best engine tank should be filled soon. Temperature Gauge
performance, the vehicle must be When the fuel tank is low on fuel
driven in the range between the (red warning zone), the low fuel
maximum torque revolution and the warning lamp will be turned on.
maximum power revolution. Here are some situations that can
occur with the fuel gauge. None of
Fuel Gauge these indicate a problem with the
fuel gauge:
Vehicle with petrol engine
. At the gas station, the fuel pump
shuts off before the gauge Displays the engine coolant
reads full. temperature.
. It takes a little more or less to fill . Marker in the lower position of
up than the fuel gauge indicated. the scale: the engine has not
For example, the gauge may reached the normal work
have indicated the tank was half temperature.
full, but it actually took a little . Marker in the central position of
more or less than half the tank's the scale: normal work
capacity to fill the tank. temperature.
. It is not recommended to fill your . Marker in the upper position of
tank with ignition on or engine the scale: overheated engine.
running, but if it happens the fuel Stop the engine immediately.
62 Instruments and Controls

Safety Belt Reminders . The light will flash, if the engine

{ Warning (where fitted) is running.
Do not run the engine at high . The light will blink and the
speeds until normal operating buzzer will be activated, if the
temperature has been reached. vehicle is in motion.
If the safety seat belt is fastened,
the warning indicators will be
Indicator deactivated.
G flashes green. The indicator light > illuminates or Note
Flash while the indicator lamps are flashes in red for the driver's
This function may not be available
on, to right or left and/or when the seat belt.
in your country or vehicle model.
hazard warning flasher is The smart safety seat belt warning
See Seat Belts 0 33.
switched on. indicators operate as a reminder
through a buzzer and light warning
indicator, whenever the driver's seat Airbag Readiness Light
Caution
belt is not fastened. The smart 9 illuminates red, if equipped.
. If the lamp G flashes safety seat belt warning indicators
When the ignition is on, the indicator
quickly, this means that one will be only on while the ignition
switch is on. lamp 9 will be on for approximately
of the indicator lamp bulbs
4 seconds and then it will turn off.
has failed. With the safety seat belt fastened, If the lamp does not light or turn on
. With a trailer connection: the light switches on when turning when you are driving, there may be
the ignition switch on and stays on evidence of Airbag system failure.
If the lamp flashes quickly, for some seconds.
this means that two of the In this case, the "Airbag" system will
indicator lamp bulbs (vehicle While the driver's safety seat belt is not work in case of an accident.
or trailer) has failed. not fastened, the following Contact a Chevrolet Dealership or
conditions will be displayed: Authorised Repair Shop for repairs.
. The light stays on, if the engine
is not running.
 Instruments and Controls 63

Charging System Light If the control indicator light lights up Chevrolet Authorised Service
with the engine running, there is a Operations as soon as possible to
" illuminates red. fault in the engine emissions control check and repair.
The charging system light comes on system. At this time the electronic
briefly when the ignition is turned on system changes to an emergency System Check Light
and the engine is not running, as a program that allows the vehicle to
check to show the light is working. drive with reduced performance. B illuminates or flashes yellow.
It should go out when the engine is Look for a Dealer or Chevrolet This control indicator light lights up
started. Authorised Service Operations as briefly when the ignition is switched
soon as possible. on and during starting and switches
If the light stays on, or comes on
Do not drive for a long time with the off immediately when the engine
while driving, there may be a
failure indicator light lit up, because starts. The duration of the injection,
problem with the electrical charging
this will cause damage to the ignition, idle speed and cut-off in
system. Have it checked by your
catalytic converter, will increase the deceleration are controlled
dealer.
fuel consumption, may also indicate electronically. If this light lights up
If a short distance must be driven that emissions of pollutants are while the vehicle is being driven,
with the light on, be sure to turn off above that legally permitted. this indicates that there is a fault. In
all accessories, such as the radio this case, the electronic system
and air conditioner. This control indicator light can lights changes to an emergency program
up by itself or together with the that allows the vehicle to drive with
Malfunction failure control indicator light in the reduced performance. Look for a
electronic system and of engine Dealer or Chevrolet Authorised
Indicator Lamp electronic immobilisation. Service Operations as soon as
* illuminates or flashes yellow. Petrol vehicles possible. Do not drive for a long
This control indicator light lights up time with the failure indicator light lit
when the ignition is switched on and In the event that the light * be lit up, because this will cause damage
during starting and goes off or flashing during engine operation, to the catalytic converter, will
immediately after the engine starts. it means that there is a fault in the increase the fuel consumption and
engine system, which can damage will impair the vehicle driveability.
the catalyst. Drive to a Dealer or a
64 Instruments and Controls

If the control indicator light B Avoid unnecessary risks in these and then it will extinguish. If the
lights up briefly and then switches situations and, if the brake system ABS system is working and the light
off, this is of no significance. efficiency has decreased, park the does not turn on, contact a
vehicle and call for service. Chevrolet Dealership or Authorised
If the control indicator light B Repair Shop for inspection.
When the ignition is on, the brake
flashes when the ignition is switched
on there is a fault in the immobiliser
system warning light also comes on If the light ! turns on while the
3 seconds after the handbrake is engine is running, and it is not in the
system; in this case, the engine is applied. The light stays on if the
not actuated (see in this Section, condition above, the ABS system
handbrake does not fully release. may be damaged. Nevertheless the
under Engine Immobiliser System). If it stays on after the handbrake is vehicle braking system will keep
fully released and after a 3 seconds working. Contact a Chevrolet
Brake System Warning delay, it means the vehicle has a Dealership or Authorised Repair
Light brake problem. Shop for inspection and repairs.
$ illuminates or flashes red. Antilock Brake System
If the $ light does not switch off
{ Warning
(ABS) Warning Light (if
with the engine in operation and During emergency braking,
with the handbrake not applied,
equipped)
whenever you notice the brake
drive the vehicle carefully to a ! illuminates or flashes yellow, pedal pulsing and noisy control,
nearest Chevrolet Dealer or a if equipped. do not release the brake pedal,
Chevrolet Authorised Service
Operation. This light ! will go on whenever since these refer to normal
the ignition is turned on and then it system functioning
In this condition, the brake pedal will extinguish. Otherwise contact a characteristics.
must be fully depressed with greater Chevrolet Dealership or Authorised
pedal pressure and the distance Repair Shop for repair. Note
required for braking will be greater.
During an emergency braking, When ABS is working, it's normal for
when the ABS system is working, noise and vibrations on the brake
the light ! will go on intermittently pedal on occur. But it only occurs
 Instruments and Controls 65

when the system is effectively The : light can remain switched

working, in other words, when in Caution
on intermittently when the engine is
emergency. hot at idle speed; it must be off
If engine coolant temperature is
If you notice any of these symptoms too high, stop vehicle, switch off when the engine revolutions are
during normal drive conditions, go to engine. Danger to engine. Check increased. If the lamp lights up, the
a Dealer or a Chevrolet Authorised engine must immediately be
coolant level.
Service. switched off, because the lubrication
system may be interrupted and may
Note
This equipment may not be { Warning cause engine damage and the
wheels locking.
available in your country or vehicle
The lamp C must light up when
model.
ignition is switched on and goes
{ Warning
Engine Coolant out shortly after engine starts to If the wheels are locking with the
Temperature Warning run. Otherwise, consult a vehicle in motion, press the clutch
Chevrolet Dealer or a Chevrolet pedal, place the gear lever in
Light Authorised Service Operation for neutral and switch off the ignition.
B Flashes red. repairs. A greater force will be required for
Always pay attention to this vehicle braking and steering
indicator, because excessive heat is Engine Oil Pressure Light wheel moving. Consult a
one of the most dangerous factors Chevrolet Dealer or a Chevrolet
to the health of your engine. : illuminates red. Authorised Service Operation.
This indicator will flash when the Illuminates when the ignition is
engine is running if the coolant switched on and goes out shortly
temperature is too high. after the engine starts. Otherwise,
Low Fuel Warning Light
consult a Chevrolet Dealer or a . illuminates or flashes yellow.
Chevrolet Authorised Service
Operation for repairs.
66 Instruments and Controls

Note Trailer Indicator Light Information Displays

This indicator light . should come
Trailer Indicator
on when turning the ignition switch Driver Information
on and then it should go off. In case H Flashes green. Centre (DIC)
this does not happen look for a Flash while there is a trailer
Chevrolet Dealer or a Chevrolet connection and indicator lamps are The vehicle may have a Driver
Authorised Service Operation to on, to right or left and/or when the Information Centre.
perform the repair. hazard warning flasher is The Driver Information Centre
It comes on when the fuel level switched on. displays information about your
drops down to the reserve level. vehicle. It also displays warning
Refuel the tank immediately. Caution messages if a system problem is
detected.
High-Beam On Light If the lamp H does not flash All messages appears in the Driver
$ illuminates blue. during indicator or hazard Information Centre display located
activation, this means that one of in the centre of the instrument panel
This light lights up when the main the indicator lamp bulbs (vehicle cluster.
beams of headlamp are on or when
or trailer) has failed. The vehicle may also have features
the headlamp flash is operated.
that can be customised through the
Front Fog Lamp Light Door Ajar Light Driver Information Centre controls.

# illuminates green, if equipped. U illuminates red, if equipped. Selecting functions

The front fog lamp light comes on The lamp turns on always when one The menus and functions can be
when the front fog lamps are on. or more doors are open or selected via the buttons on the
half-open. wiper stalk.
The indicator lights goes out when
the front fog lamps are turned off. There are two menus available:
Body Computer Menu and
Customisation Menu.
 Instruments and Controls 67
. Average Speed The Fuel Range display shows the
. Digital speedometer approximate distance the vehicle
can be driven without refuelling. The
. Chronometer Fuel Range estimate is based on an
When a Board Computer Menu item average of vehicle's fuel
is displayed, pressing the R button consumptions over recent driving
for 2 seconds will reset the function history and the amount of fuel
(except for Outside Air remaining in the fuel tank. The Fuel
Temperature). Range can be reset by keeping R
button pressed for 2 seconds.
If the button is kept pressed for
4 seconds, a total reset is triggered. When fuel range is lower than
Average Fuel Consumption, 50 km, the distance is displayed in
Press the R button to reset the Absolute Fuel Consumption and the Driver Information Centre
menu item when it is displayed. Average Speed are affected by a flashing to alert the vehicle is
total reset. running out of fuel. Refuel your
Press the S button to scroll through vehicle as soon as possible.
the functions in each menu. Fuel Range
When fuel range is lower than
Body Computer Menu 30 km, the distance is replaced by
The following functions can be three dashes. Refuel your vehicle
selected: immediately.
. Range
. Outside Air Temperature
. Clock
. Average Fuel Consumption
(Km/l)
. Absolute Fuel Consumption /
Trip Consumption
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Outside air temperature Clock Average speed

The outside air temperature display The clock is displayed in the cluster, The average vehicle speed display
shows the outside ambient air to adjust it see “Clock” on this shows the average speed of the
temperature. section. vehicle in miles per hour (mph) or
kilometres per hour (km/h).
This average is calculated based on
the various vehicle speeds recorded
since the last reset of this value.
The average speed can be reset by
pressing the R button while the
Average Vehicle Speed display is
showing.
 Instruments and Controls 69

Average Fuel Consumption Absolute Fuel Consumption / Digital Speedometer

Trip Consumption This mode indicates the vehicle
speed.
Chronometer
The chronometer will measure the
time that has passed since the last
reset.
Short press the R button to start
chronometer and short press the
same button to stop > restart > stop
> restart > stop and over again.
Holding the R button for 2 seconds
The average fuel consumption will reset the chronometer.
display shows the approximate The absolute fuel consumption / trip
average miles per gallon (mpg), consumption display shows the
kilometres per litre (km/l) or litres approximate fuel / trip consumption
per 100 kilometres (l/100km). of the vehicle in gallons (gal) or
This number is calculated based on litres (l).
the distance per fuel consumption This number is calculated based on
recorded since the last time this the volume of fuel in gallons or litres
menu item was reset. The fuel consumed since the last time this
economy can be reset by pressing menu item was reset. The fuel
the R button for 2 seconds while the Consumption / Trip consumption
average fuel consumption display is can be reset by pressing the R
showing. button for 2 seconds while the
absolute fuel consumption / trip
consumption display is showing.
70 Instruments and Controls

Vehicle Messages Low fuel Engine coolant temperature

Messages are displayed on the
Driver Information Centre to notify
the driver that the status of the
vehicle has changed and that some
actions may be needed by the driver
to correct the condition. Multiple
messages may appear one after
another.
Some messages may not require
immediate action. For those you can
press S to acknowledge that you
received the message and to clear
them. Some messages cannot be This message displays when the This message displays and a chime
cleared because they are more vehicle is low fuel. Refuel as soon sounds if the engine cooling system
urgent. These messages that as possible. reaches unsafe temperatures for
appear on the display are serious operation. Stop and turn off the
and remember that clearing the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so
messages will only make the to avoid severe damage. This
messages disappear, not correct the message clears when the engine
problem. Possible messages that has cooled to a safe operating
can be displayed and some temperature.
information about them, grouped by
subject, are in following information.
 Instruments and Controls 71

Inspection scheduled on the Preventive Odometer overflow

Maintenance Plan should be
considered as priorities.
Remote control low battery
indicator

This message is displayed for This message is displayed for

10 seconds when the ignition starts. 5 seconds every time the ignition is
Note turned ON if the odometer overflows
(higher than 999999 km or miles).
One week before reaching the time
limit or every 10000 km driven, after This message displays when the Customisation Menu
turning the ignition on, the message battery of the Radio Remote Control The cluster customisation menu
“INSP” will be displayed on the needs to be replaced. can be accessed by pressing the
screen.
Bulb outage indicator S button for approximately
The message will be displayed until 5 seconds.
the vehicle is taken to a Chevrolet
Press the S button again to scroll
Dealership or Authorised Repair
through the menu functions.
Shop to have the corresponding
inspection performed. Press the R button to change
settings.
The inspection warning system does
not take into consideration the time
intervals in which the battery was
kept disconnected. For this reason, This message is displayed if a
the specified maintenance intervals indicator bulb needs to be replaced.
72 Instruments and Controls

Night Mode 3. All interior illumination and Units system selection

function tell-tales in cluster are
Select “units system” according to
set to the minimum dimming
your country / region.
level.
To select the Unit hold the R and
While Night Mode is activated, the
the S button pressed together until
Driver Information Centre is still
the Unit appears on the display.
available and can be activated to
Pressing the R button you can
display vehicle warning messages,
choose the unit.
to respond to trip computer
commands and to access the SI : International System
configuration menu. In this case, the EN : English System
Driver Information Centre will be
activated for 10 seconds only. AL : Latin America System
The Night Mode feature can be US : United States of America
To select the Night Mode hold the R turned off by any off the following System
and the S button pressed together actions: Press the R button to select the
until the Night Mode appears on the desired setting.
display. Pressing the R button you 1. Access the configuration menu
can turn on or off the feature. and set the Night Mode to off.

When entering Night Mode feature 2. Low fuel range condition is

with exterior lamps on, the following reached.
setting will be activate: 3. High engine coolant
1. All cluster gauges except the temperature condition is
speedometer are turned off. reached.

2. Cluster display illumination is 4. Activation of a warning or

turned off after a 10 seconds failure light on instrument
delay. cluster.
 Instruments and Controls 73

Select “Language” according to your Additional Features

country / region.
Gauges and Lighting Check
To select the language hold the R
and the S button pressed together Instrument panel cluster sweeps all
until the Language appears on the gauges pointers over the scales
display. Pressing the R button you when ignition is turned on. If the
can choose the Language. engine is started during the gauge
and lighting verification, it is aborted
PO : Portuguese and the instrument panel cluster
EN : English starts to indicate actual vehicle
information.
ES : Spanish
Press the R button to select the
desired setting.
Auto light control

Language selection

AUTO ON : This message is

displayed when the automatic light
control has been turned on.
AUTO OFF : This message is
displayed when the automatic light
control has been turned off.
74 Lighting

Lighting Exterior Lighting

Exterior Lamp Controls
Exterior Lighting
Exterior Lamp Controls . . . . . . . . 74 Light switch (if equipped)
Automatic Light Control . . . . . . . . 75
Headlamp Main/Dipped-Beam
Changer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . . 77
Indicator and Lane-Change
Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Front Fog Lamps (if For vehicles without front fog lamps
equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 and automatic light control.
Interior Lighting Exterior lamps control:
Instrument Panel Illumination 9 : Briefly turn to this position to
Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 turn the automatic light control off or
Interior Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 on again. When released, the
For vehicles with front fog lamps control returns to the AUTO
Lighting Features and automatic light control.
Entry Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 position.
Theatre Dimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 AUTO : Turns the dipped beam
Battery Power Protection . . . . . . 81 automatically depending on external
light conditions, together with
parking lamps, number plate lamp
and instrument panel lamps.
; : Front position lamps
2 : Dipped beam
 Lighting 75

Front position lamps Front fog lamps The light sensor is located on the
top of the instrument panel and
Turn the parking lamps on together If the automatic light control is ON,
switches on/off the dipped beam
with the number plate lamp and push the front fog lamps buttons to
headlamps when light switch is in
instrument panel lamps. turn the front fog lamps on or off.
AUTO mode.
Note The front fog lamps come on
automatically with the parking lamps Note
When turning the ignition on, the and the dipped beam. Do not cover the light sensor
instrument panel lamps will stay on
If the automatic light control is OFF, otherwise the AUTO mode will not
for a while and upon starting the
the front fog lamps can only be operate properly.
engine, the instrument panel lamps
will stay constantly on. turned on when: the parking lamps Switched on the exterior lamps
are on or Dipped beam is on. sound warning system
A warning chime sound if the
driver's door is opened when the Light sensor (if equipped) When opening the door, with the
ignition switch is off and the parking ignition switched off and the exterior
lamps are on. lamps lit up, is actuated a sound
Dipped beam signal warning the driver.

Turn the dipped beam on together Automatic Light Control

with the parking lamp, number plate
lamp and instrument panel lamps. When it is dark enough outside and
the light switch is on AUTO, the
A warning chime sounds if the automatic light control system will
driver's door is opened when the turn on the dipped beam along with
ignition switch is off and the dipped other lamps such as the parking
beam is on. lamps, number plate lamp, and the
Fog lamps instrument panel lamps. The radio
lamps will also be dimmed.
Push the fog lamps button to turn
the front fog lamps on or off. Press:
# : Front fog lamps
76 Lighting

To turn off the automatic head lamp Follow me Home Light by holding the dome lamp button
system, turn the exterior lamp pressed for more than 3 seconds
When the engine is turned off and
switch to the 0 position and then with the ignition on.
the key is not in the ignition and
release.
driver's door is opened, this feature
The vehicle has a light sensor is activated by pulling the indicator Headlamp Main/
located on the top of the instrument lever towards you. Dipped-Beam Changer
panel. Do not cover the sensor or
Pulling the lever again, without Main beam
the system will come on whenever
closing the door, the light goes off.
the ignition is on.
The dipped beam, parking lamps
The system may also turn on the
and number plate lamp will be
dipped beam when driving through a
turned on for 30 minutes while
parking garage, heavy overcast
driver door is open or 1 minute after
weather, or a tunnel. This is normal.
driver door is closed.
There is a delay in the automatic
light control systems so that driving Lead me to the car light (if
under bridges or bright overhead equipped)
street lights does not affect the When the doors are unlocked using
system. The automatic light control the radio remote control, the dipped
system will only be affected when beam, parking lamps, number plate
the light sensor sees a change in lamp and instrument panel lamps
lighting lasting longer than the are turned on for approximately With the lamps button placed to the
delay. If the vehicle is started in a 1 minute. The lamps will be turned
dark garage, the automatic position 2, the main beam is
off before 1 minute if the ignition is
headlamp system comes on turned on, the exterior lights control obtained pushing the lever forwards.
immediately. is activated or vehicle is locked To return to dipped beam condition
using the radio remote control. the lever must be pushed forwards
again.
The dipped beam, parking lamps
and number plate lamp activation in
this feature can be turned on or off
 Lighting 77

Dipped beam provide better vehicle lighting wheel. The headlamp flash can be
performance. This way, occasional operated at the same time that
When turning the lamps button to
visual differences regarding the indicator is functioning.
the position 2, the dipped beam beam format, when projected in a
will light up. bulkhead or wall, are the results of Hazard Warning Flashers
the optical design condition
Dipped beam focus
described above. In case of any
doubt, look for a Chevrolet
Authorised Dealership or
Repair Shop.

Flash-to-Pass

Press this button located on the

The headlamp dipped beam is instrument panel near the climate
designed in such a way to light up control system, to make the front
given areas with a better intensity, and rear indicator lamps flash on
providing the signalling visualisation and off. This warns others that you
and reducing the dazzling effect to have an emergency and should be
the oncoming drivers in the opposite used with vehicle stopped. Press
lane. These regions and intensities It is used to send light signals with again to turn the flashers off.
of light are normal and the the headlamp main beams. To do it,
headlamps of your vehicle were pull the lever towards steering
designed to meet safety rules and
78 Lighting

Trailer indicator change is completed. If the lever is

briefly pressed and released, the Caution
If there is a trailer connection, the
indicator flashes three times.
trailer indicator lamps can also flash For Trailer connection condition,
on and off together with the vehicle The stalk returns to its starting the trailer indicator H flashes on
indicator lamps. position whenever it is released.
and off together with the arrow
A warning sound and an arrow in (vehicle indicator). If after
Indicator and the instrument panel cluster flashes signalling a turn or lane change
Lane-Change Signals in the direction of the turn or lane the trailer indicator does not come
change. on (only the arrow), a signal bulb
If after signalling a turn or lane might be burnt out; if arrow
change the arrow flashes rapidly or flashes rapidly, two signal bulbs
does not come on, a signal bulb might be burnt out.In the same
might be burnt out. Have the bulb way, have the bulbs replaced.
replaced. If the bulb is not burnt out,
check the fuse.

Caution

If the lamp G flashes quickly,

this means that one of the
indicator lamp bulbs has failed.
Move the lever all the way up or
down to signal a turn.
Raise or lower the lever until the
arrow starts to flash to signal a lane
change. Hold it there until the lane
 Lighting 79

Front Fog Lamps (if The ignition and the parking lamps
must be turned on to turn on the
Interior Lighting
equipped)
front fog lights, an indicator lamp # Instrument Panel
on the instrument panel cluster
comes on when the front fog lamps Illumination Control
are on.
The front fog lamps give auxiliary
forward lighting and improve the
visibility in adverse ambient
conditions.

For vehicles with front fog lamps.

The button is located on the exterior
lamp control, on the outboard side This feature controls the brightness
of the instrument panel. of the instrument panel lights.
The thumbwheel is located next the
exterior lamp control.
Turn the thumbwheel up or down to
brighten or dim the instrument panel
lights.
80 Lighting

Interior Lamps Reading lamps Lighting Features

To turn on or turn off the reading
Vehicle with anti-theft alarm
system (if equipped)
lamps, press the side buttons on the Entry Lighting
assembly, the reading lamps
automatically turn off if you turn on The lamps inside the vehicle come
the interior lights. on when any door is opened. They
stay on about 3 minutes. When all
Vehicle without anti-theft alarm of the doors have been closed, the
system lamps inside the car stays on for
15 seconds. When the ignition is
turned on they gradually fade out.
They also come on when the unlock
symbol button is pressed on the
radio remote control, if equipped.
The lamps inside the vehicle stay on
for about 15 seconds after the key is
removed from the ignition to provide
The interior lamp button is located in light as you exit.
the overhead console. If any door is left open, the lamps
Lights up when one or more doors inside the vehicle stay on for about
is opened or when the doors are 3 minutes before they start to
unlocked by the radio remote fade out.
control. The light will turn on automatically
when any door is opened and will Theatre Dimming
To turn on or turn off the lamp, press turn off a few moments after the
the central button on the assembly. doors is closed. If you want to turn This feature allows for a three to
The interior lights automatically the light off with the door opened five seconds fade out the courtesy
switches off after a delay when all press the button on the light. you lamps instead of immediately
doors are closed. can manually turn on or off the light turning off.
just pressing this button.
 Lighting 81

Battery Power Protection

This feature shuts off the exterior
and interior lights if they are left on
for more than 50 minutes when the
ignition is in OFF position. This
helps to prevent the battery from
running down.
82 Infotainment System

Infotainment Radio Note

. The purpose of the radio volume
System AM-FM Radio control knob is to provide ear
protection for the user, as well
See the manufacturer's manual as the preservation of vehicle
Radio supplied with the vehicle for audio loudspeakers.
AM-FM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 system operation instructions. . Health
Fixed Mast Aerial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 Note Although the emission levels of
The plant-installed loudspeakers the product are ruled, in case
power is 40 W RMS with 4 (Ω) you use hearing aid or
ohms impedance, thus it is not pacemaker, before using this
allowed to install a sound system device, refer to the
device more powerful than 40 W manufacturers and your
RMS and having impedance physician. The exposure to high
different from 4 (Ω) ohms. If you sound levels for long time
prefer, you can choose one of our periods may cause damages to
Chevrolet Accessory options for hearing.
sound systems in Chevrolet
Dealership or Authorised Note
Repair Shop. This equipment may not be
available in your country or vehicle
model.
 Infotainment System 83

Fixed Mast Aerial

The radio aerial is located in the

front part of the roof. To remove,
rotate it in anti-clockwise. To install
the aerial, rotate it clockwise.
Note
When using the automatic car wash
with the aerial installed, it can result
in damages to the aerial or the
panel of the roof. Remove the aerial
before using the automatic
car wash.
84 Climate Controls

Climate Controls Climate Control Note

The air mixing system allows
Systems choosing the amount of warm air
Climate Control Systems and cold air so that the temperature
Heating and Ventilation Heating and Ventilation may be adjusted quickly to the
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 System desired level at any speed. The
Air Conditioning System . . . . . . . 85 airflow is determined according to
the fan speed and may be affected
Air Vents by vehicle speed.
Adjustable Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Fixed Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Temperature

Maintenance
Air Conditioning Regular
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87

In addition to natural air flow that

comes into the vehicle via the air
inlets on front panel. When the
vehicle is in motion, the fan can be
used to increase air flow. For
improved comfort this air can be Red scale : warm
cooled or heated (through the air Blue scale : cold
conditioner).
Heating will not be fully effective
until engine has reached normal
operating temperature.
 Climate Controls 85

Air outlet adjustment . Set temperature control to

It allows directing the airflow to the
warmest level. { Danger
selected direction. . Set fan speed to highest level. The air recirculation should be
. Open side air vents as required switched on only temporarily due
Air distribution
and direct them towards door to the gradual air deterioration.
Turn switch until the corresponding windows. The air deterioration is prejudicial
symbol appears on the display to to the health if used for long time
choose the air distribution desired. Inner air circulation period.
\ : to head area and foot well. The inner air circulation should be
switched on only in cases of
Y : to head area. unpleasant odours from outside,
To enable the inlet of outside air into
the passenger compartment, press
5 : to windscreen and front doors or on roads with dirt, or when fast @; the symbol appears on display.
windows. cool down is required.
To switch if off, press @ again.
- : to windscreen, front door The air inner circulation system
windows and foot well. interrupts the outside air admission,
forcing the circulation of the inner air
Air Conditioning System
[ : to foot well.
on vehicle interior. To switch on press Q, the symbol
Fan speed Note appears on the display. To switch
Adjust the air flow by switching the The inner air circulation is switched off, press Q again, the symbol
fan to the desired speed, the scale off automatically for a better disappears on the display.
appears on the display. efficiency of the system, but it can Note
Demisting and defrosting the be switched on by pressing @. The air conditioning system only
windows (without air works with the engine operating. For
conditioning) a better efficiency of the system, the
windows should be closed. If the
. Set air distribution control (right vehicle interior is excessively hot
button) to 5. after a long period under the direct
86 Climate Controls

sunlight, open the windows a few

minutes to quickly expel the
Demisting and defrosting the Air Vents
windows (with air
warm air. conditioning) Adjustable Air Vents
Note . Set air distribution control to 5 There are four adjustable air outlets
When switching to position 5 (on (right button). in the instruments panel front
right button) in vehicles with air portion, two side outlets, outlets to
. Set fan speed to highest level.
conditioning system, the air the windscreen and outlets in the
conditioning system is activated . The temperature control button instruments panel lower portion,
automatically so that the windscreen may be positioned in any which provide pleasant ventilation,
is rapidly demisted. position. with air at room temperature or
If the fan is switched off and you . Open side air vents as required refrigerated air (through the air
press Q, the fan switch to the first and direct them towards door conditioning).
speed automatically. windows.
At least one air vent must be open Note
while cooling is on in order to The air conditioning is switched on
prevent the evaporator from icing up automatically for better efficiency of
due to lack of air movement. the system, but it can be switched
off by pressing Q.

To open vent, press the flap.

 Climate Controls 87

Fixed Air Vents Maintenance

Air Conditioning Regular
Operation
In order to ensure continuous
efficient performance, cooling must
be operated for a few minutes once
a month, irrespective of the weather
and time of year. Operation with
cooling is not possible when outside
temperature is too low.
Direct the flow of air by turning the
flaps. Service
Close totally the air outlets to Additional air vents are directed to In case of a system fault, consult a
restrain the airflow. the windscreen and door windows. Chevrolet Dealership or Authorised
Note Repair Shop to perform a correct
and safe repair.
The entry of air into the vehicle is
not completely prevented through When the air conditioning system is
the restriction of the airflow by air switched on, water condensation is
outlets. emanated from the underside of the
vehicle.
88 Climate Controls

For optimal cooling performance, it

is recommended to check in at a
Chevrolet Dealer or a Chevrolet
Authorised Service Operation the
climate control system, including:
. Functionality and pressure test
. Heating functionality
. Leakage check
. Cleaning of condenser and
evaporator drainage
 Driving and Operating 89

Driving and Manual Transmission

Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . 103
Driving Information
Operating Brakes Driving Environment
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Antilock Brake
Driving Information System (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Driving Environment . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Driving for Better Fuel
Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 Cruise Control
Control of a Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Fuel
Off-Road Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 Filling the Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Driving on Wet Roads . . . . . . . . . 96
Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . . 98
If the Vehicle Is Stuck . . . . . . . . . . 99
Starting and Operating
In the design and assembly of our
New Vehicle Run-In . . . . . . . . . . 100
products, General Motors is
Ignition Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
continuously concerned with
Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
environmental protection and has
Parking over Things
used environment-friendly materials
That Burn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
and recycled materials.
Engine Exhaust The production methods also meet
Catalytic Converter . . . . . . . . . . . 102 the requirements on environmental
protection. The use of harmful
materials such as asbestos and
cadmium has been discontinued.
The air conditioning system uses a
90 Driving and Operating

hydrocarbonate fluorchloride-free Tips might not be recovered for reuse;

refrigerant. The pollutant percent in skin contact with certain materials
Idling : Even when idling the engine
the exhaust has been reduced. might result in health risks.
consumes fuel and generates noise.
Turning off the engine is viable even
Driving for Better Fuel if you don't have to wait more than Control of a Vehicle
Economy one minute. Never coast with engine not
If your driving is taking the High speed : The higher the speed, running
environment into account you will the higher the fuel consumption and
Many systems will not function in
keep noise and emissions at the noise produced by the tyre
this situation (e.g. brake servo unit,
permitted levels. Driving with regard and wind.
power steering). Driving in this
for the environment provides for Tyre pressure : The tyre low manner is a danger to yourself and
savings and improves. pressure is twice costly; fuel higher others.
Needless hard accelerations consumption and tyre wear.
increase noticeably the fuel Pedals
Loading : Unnecessary loads
consumption. The tyre noise and increase the fuel consumption,
the high rpm of fast starts result in especially under acceleration (city
increase in noise levels. Whenever traffic).
possible, shift to a higher gear. By
observing the braking distances and Repairs and inspections : Since
not overtaking other vehicles you General Motors applies
car avoid frequent braking and environment-compatible materials in
accelerating which result in noise repair operations as well as in
pollution and excessive emissions, production and inspection, never
and increase fuel consumption. perform engine repair, tuning-up and
inspection operations on your own,
for the reasons below:
non-acquaintance might conflict with
current environment protection
legislation; recyclable components
 Driving and Operating 91

To ensure the pedal travel is . Use only one floor mat on the
unrestricted, there must be no mats Danger (Continued) driver's side. Never put one floor
in the area of the pedals. mat on top of the other.
difficulty on gear shifting,
The brake and accelerator pedal which can result in a crash Accelerator pedal
have different heights for providing and injury.
easier foot motion, whenever
. The original floor mats have
changing the foot position – from
the brake to the accelerator pedal been designed for your
and vice versa. The clutch pedal vehicle. If they need to be
has a longer travel for improved replaced, choose original
responsiveness responsiveness. Chevrolet replacements.
Floor mats which were not
Floor Mat designed for your vehicle
may not fit properly and
{ Danger interfere with the pedal
functions.
. Make sure that the floor mat
does not interfere with the Follow the instructions in order to
pedals. Sudden accelerations lead to fuel
use your floor mats properly. consumption increase. Whenever
. If a floor mat is the wrong . Always ensure that the floor the engine revolution rises, try to
size or is not properly mats are not interfering with the shift into the next gear.
installed, it can interfere with pedals.
the accelerator pedal and/or
the brake pedal. . Use the floor mat facing up. Do
Interference with the pedals not use it facing down.
can cause unintended . Do not place anything on the
acceleration, increased floor mat on the driver's side.
stopping distance or
(Continued)
92 Driving and Operating

Clutch pedal Brake pedal

Danger (Continued)
ABS) (If your vehicle is
equipped with ABS see
Antilock brake system).
. Pay attention to the faults
indicator lamps on brake
systems.
. Do not drive with the engine
switched off, the brake
servo will not operate,
resulting in more foot
pressure to actuate the
Note When pressing the brake pedal, the brakes.
Do not drive while resting your foot brake lamp is switched on the rear . If the engine stops with the
on the clutch pedal. This habit may lamps and the high-mount
vehicle in movement, brake
result in damage to the clutch brake lamp.
normally, pressing
system and engine, besides continuously the brake
increasing the fuel consumption. { Danger pedal, without pumping it;
otherwise, the vacuum on
Caution . Apply the brake pedal softly
the brake servo unit will
and progressively. Avoid
extinguish, losing the brake
Do not shift suddenly a low gear abrupt applications, which assistance in the brake
when driving on slippery roads. can cause dangerous
application and,
This may cause brake effect on skidding, besides excessive
consequently the brake
the traction wheels, and cause tyre wear. (vehicle without pedal must be fully
skidding. (Continued) depressed with greater
(Continued)
 Driving and Operating 93

Danger (Continued)
Braking Nevertheless some overload the
brake system when they use the
Applying the brakes brakes incorrectly.
pedal pressure and the
distance required for Braking action involves perception Observe the following
braking will be greater. time and reaction time. First, you
have to decide to push on the brake . Do not obstruct the brake pedal
. If the brake pedal does not travel.
pedal. That's perception time. Then
return to the initial height or you have to bring up your foot to do . Avoid needless heavy braking –
the travel of the brake pedal it. That's reaction time. Average some people drive in spurts –
has increased, this indicates reaction time is about 3/4 of a heavy acceleration followed by
that there is a failure on second. But that's only an average. heavy braking – rather than
brake system. Consult It might be less with one driver and keeping pace with traffic. This is
immediately a Chevrolet as long as two or three seconds or a mistake. Your brakes will wear
Dealer or a Chevrolet more with another. Age, physical much faster if you do a lot of
Authorised Service condition, alertness, coordination heavy braking, and besides
Operation. and eyesight will play a part. So do there is the risk of provoking
. The brake fluid level should alcohol and drugs. But even in 3/4 dangerous skidding.
be checked regularity in the of a second, a vehicle moving at
. To increase your brake life try to
reservoir. 100 km/h travels 20 m. That could
be a lot of distance in an follow the traffic pace, avoid
. Check the brake lamps needless braking and allow
regularity. emergency, so keeping enough
space between your vehicle and realistic following distances.
others is important. And of course, If you ever have to use the
Note actual stopping distances vary brakes or slow down, apply them
gently and continuously.
Inside the doors, there are steel greatly with the surface of the road
bars for protecting the passengers (whether it's pavement or gravel); . Don't drive with the engine off.
in case of side impacts. the condition of the road (wet, dry); The brake booster won't work
tyre tread and your brakes. Most and more effort will be required
drivers care for vehicle brakes. when applying the brakes.
94 Driving and Operating
. If your engine stops while you're follow the wheel direction before is not possible; just there is no
driving, brake normally but don't they locked and your vehicle may room. It is the time for a defensive
pump your brakes, otherwise the leave the road. Brake gradually. action – by steering around the
vacuum of power assist will be This method provides you with problem. Your vehicle should
used up, resulting in brake pedal maximum braking and steering perform under emergency situations
being harder to push and longer control. Press the brake pedal as the described above.
braking distances. gradually and harder. In case of an First apply the brakes – do not do it
. Some driving or climatic emergency, you're likely to want to enough to lock the front wheels.
conditions may generate apply the brakes hard without Next, steer around the problem, to
occasional brake squeak either locking the wheels. Release the the right or to the left, depending on
when the brakes are applied brake pedal if you feel or hear the the space available. A situation of
lightly or the first time the brakes wheels lock. This will make you emergency as the one described
are applied . This is not a failure. keep the steering control. above require too much attention
and quick decision.
Brake pedal travel Steering
If you are holding the steering wheel
Take your vehicle to your Chevrolet Emergency steering as recommended in the nine and
Dealer or Authorised Repair Centre three o'clock positions, you could
anytime you notice the brake pedal Under some situations steering may
make a 180º quick turn without
doesn't return or the brake pedal be more efficient than braking.
taking your hands of the steering
travel becomes longer. This may be For example, should you get closer wheel. But you have to move fast,
an indicator of brake system failure. to a hill and find a truck parked in steer quickly and then straighten the
Braking in emergencies your lane or if suddenly a car comes wheel as soon as you have
into sight from somewhere or should overcome the object. The fact that
Everybody has already faced a a kid run from behind parked emergency situations are always
heavy-braking situation. One's first vehicles and stop right in front possible is reason enough to
reaction is to push the brake pedal of you. practice defensive driving and use
and hold. In fact this is wrong, the seat belts correctly.
You could avoid these problems by
because it may cause the wheels to
applying the brakes – if it is possible
lock. When it happens the vehicle
doesn't steer correctly and may to stop in time. But sometimes this
 Driving and Operating 95

Off-Road Driving Even if the weather looks fair Actuate the windscreen wiper
sometimes there might be fog, and washer for a few moments.
Driving through fog especially at night or dawn, on the The humidity on the outside of
Fog occurs when there is high-level highways going across valleys or windows may look like fog.
humidity in the air or heavy frost. low and wet areas. Suddenly you . If your visibility is close to zero
The fog can be too light not to might be surrounded by thick fog and you need stop, and are not
prevent you from being able to see that might impair your windscreen sure if you are on the road, turn
hundreds of meters ahead as it can visibility. on your headlamps, actuate your
be too thick and impair vision a few Often you will be able to see the fog warning lamps and sound your
meters ahead. front in the light of the headlamp, horn periodically or when you
The fog can show up suddenly in a though sometimes you are caught notice an approaching vehicle.
regular road and become a potential on the top of an uphill or in the . In foggy conditions, don't pass
risk. Driving through fog limits your bottom of a valley. Turning on the unless you have good visibility
visibility rapidly. windscreen wiper and washer will and passing is safe. Even so, be
help remove road dirt. Slow down. prepared to drop back for thick
The potential dangers include hitting
the vehicle ahead of you or a Tips to drive through fog fog. If other vehicles are
collision from the rear. Try to passing, make it easier for them.
. When you are driving through
ascertain the fog density. If it is fog turn on the fog lamps or Driving over mud or sand
difficult for you to see the vehicle dipped beam, even in daylight.
ahead of you (or at night it is difficult When you drive over mud or sand,
You will see others better and
to notice the rear lamps) you are the wheels have poor traction. You
will be better seen too.
likely to be driving through thick fog. cannot accelerate quickly, it is more
. Do not turn on main beam, difficult to steer and braking the
Slow down so that the vehicle
behind can do it too. otherwise flare will reflect vehicle requires greater distances.
on you.
The fog front may extend a few In the mud, the best is to use a low
. Use the demister. If humidity is gear – the thicker the mud, the
meters only or for many kilometres,
and you won't know it unless you high even the light condensation lower the gear. In thick mud, keep
drive through it. All you have to do inside the vehicle will impair the the vehicle in motion so as not to
is to approach it carefully. already reduced visibility. get stuck. When driving over very
96 Driving and Operating

loose sand (on beaches and dunes) This is a situation you may want to will stop immediately or some time
the tyres tend to sink. This affects avoid even on paved city roads. later, depending on the damage
steering, acceleration and braking. Besides not being possible to level.
For better traction, lower the tyre evaluate the road ahead properly, Do not try to operate the engine
pressure slightly when driving your vehicle may be severely again. This could increase the
over sand. damaged since it was not designed damage to the vehicle.
Note for such usage.
The warranty will not cover the
After driving along mud or sand, As basic recommendation never try engine damage resulting from water
clean and check brake linings. To to drive through water that is deeper penetration.
not perform this task may cause than the height of the centre of the
wheels.
irregular braking or glazed linings.
Check body structure, steering, When driving through any flooded
{ Danger
suspension, wheels, tyres and the area is required, do it at low speed, Driving through a water stream
exhaust system as to damage. around 10 km/h in 1st gear. could be dangerous. The water
Observe any large vehicles driving could drag the vehicle causing
Driving on Wet Roads nearby, stay clear of large water drowning. Even a few centimetre
waves which increase the chances stream may impair the tyre to
of damage. When passing over ground contact, causing loss of
flooded areas, the most severe traction and vehicle roll over. Do
problem that can occur is the not drive in water streams.
possibility of water entering the
engine, through the intake air
system. Driving in the rain
This is known as “hydraulic ram”; Rain and wet roads can mean
the water does not allow pistons driving trouble. On a wet road you
displacement and consequently the can't stop, accelerate or turn as well
engine components will be because your tyre-to-road grip isn't
damaged. In this case, the engine is as good as on dry roads. And,
severely damaged and the vehicle if your tyres don't have much tread
 Driving and Operating 97

left, you'll get even less traction. Driving too fast through large water . Besides slowing down, allow
If rain starts to fall while you're puddles or even going through some extra following distance.
driving, it's always wise to go slower some car washes can cause And be especially careful when
and be cautious. technical problems and put people you pass another vehicle. Allow
The surface may get wet suddenly at risk. yourself more clear room ahead,
while your reflexes are prepared for The water may affect your brakes. and be prepared to have your
driving on dry pavement. The Try to avoid puddles, but if you can't view restricted by road spray.
heavier the rain the harder it is to be try to slow down before you hit Drop back if spray is so hard to
seen. Even if your windscreen wiper them. Wet brakes can cause impair your vision. Do not pass if
blades are in good shape, a heavy accidents. They won't work well in a you can't see. Driving slower is
rain can make it harder to see road sudden stop and may cause pulling wiser than risking an accident.
signs and traffic signals, pavement to one side. You could lose control . Use your demister if required.
markings, the edge of the road, and of the vehicle. . Periodically check the correct
even people walking. The road After driving through a large puddle tyre tread depth.
spray can impair vision even more of water or a car wash apply your
than the rain itself, especially on a brake pedal lightly until your brakes Aquaplaning
dirt road. work normally. So much water can build up under
It's wise to keep your wipers in good your tyres that they can actually ride
conditions and the windscreen Some tips to observe for rainy
on the water and this is dangerous.
washer tank filled. Replace the weather
This can happen if the road is wet
windscreen wiper blades when they . Turn on your dipped beams to enough and you're going fast
show signs of wear or missing areas help make you more visible to enough. When your vehicle is
on the windscreen, or when strips of others. hydroplaning, it has little or no
rubber start to separate from the . Be alert to the restricted view of contact with the road.
blades. vehicles behind you. If it is You may not notice hydroplaning
raining hard, use your and even drive for some time
headlamps even in daylight. without noticing that your tyres are
not contacting the road constantly.
You may notice hydroplaning when
98 Driving and Operating

you try to slow down, take a curve, some drivers are likely to be Cigarette smoke blurs the
change lanes to pass one vehicle or impaired by alcohol, drugs, fatigue windows inside thus making
when you are hit by a gust of wind. or night vision problems. vision difficult.
Suddenly you'll realise you cannot Here are some tips on night . Keep in mind that headlamps
control your vehicle. Hydroplaning driving light up far less of a roadway
doesn't happen often, but it can when you are in a curve.
. Drive defensively. Keep in mind
happen. . Keep your eyes moving so it is
this is the most dangerous time
It can happen if your tyres haven't to drive. easier for you to pick up dimly lit
much tread or if the pressure in one objects.
. Don't drink and drive.
or more is low. It can happen if a lot . Just as your headlamps need
of water is standing on the road. . As your visibility may be limited, periodical inspection, so should
If you can see reflections from trees, slow down and allow a greater
your eyes be examined
telephone poles or other vehicles, distance between your vehicle regularly. Some drivers suffer
and raindrops dimple the water's and other drivers. from night blindness – the
surface, there could be . Slow down, especially when inability to see in dim light – and
hydroplaning. driving through freeways, aren't even aware of it.
Hydroplaning usually happens at despite the headlamps providing
higher speeds. very good visibility ahead. Hill and Mountain Roads
There just isn't a hard and fast rule . In remote areas, watch for Driving on steep hills or mountains
about hydroplaning. The best advice animals. is different from driving in flat or
is to slow down when it is raining – . If you're tired, pull off the road in rolling terrain. If you drive regularly
and be alert. a safe place and rest. in steep country, or if you are
Driving at night planning to visit there, some care
. Keep the windscreen and all will be necessary.
By observing the rear lamps only it glass clean – inside and outside.
is difficult to figure out the speed of Glare at night is made much
one vehicle moving ahead of you. worse by dirt on the glass. Even
Night driving is more dangerous the inside of the glass can build
than day driving. One reason is that up a film caused by dust.
 Driving and Operating 99

Here are some tips that can make . You may find special signals in
your trips safer and more Caution (Continued) mountain roads. Examples may
enjoyable be long grades, no passing
won't be effective. When driving zones, falling rock area or
. Keep your vehicle in good downhill keep the ignition on and
shape. Check all fluid levels and winding roads. Be alert and drive
use a proper gear. appropriately.
also the brakes, tyres and
cooling system. These systems
can work hard on mountain . Know how to go uphill. Shift into If the Vehicle Is Stuck
roads; a lower gear. For engine cooling Never spin the wheels if the vehicle
purposes, keep the lowest gear is stuck. The method known as
. Know how to go down hills. Do
that permits using the desired rocking may help to get the vehicle
not rely on the brakes only. Also speed without heating the
let the engine do some of the unstuck, just be careful.
engine excessively. Stay in your
slowing down. Shift to a lower lane when driving on two-lane
gear; this way you will reduce roads in hills or mountains. Do Caution
speed without using the brakes not enter the opposite lane or
excessively; If they spin at high speed, the
cut across the centre of the
road. Drive at speeds that let tyres may blow out, resulting in
Caution you stay in your own lane. This personal injuries to you and other
will permit you not to be people. The gearbox or other
If you don't shift down, the brakes surprised with drivers coming in components may overheat. In
could get so hot that they wouldn't the opposite direction. Passing case of getting stuck, turn the
work well. Shift down to let the when driving uphill will take wheels as least as possible. Do
engine assist the brakes on a longer. Keep the safe distances not revolve them at speeds over
steep downhill slope. Driving at passing. Make passing easier 55 km/h as indicated in the
down hill in neutral or with the for other vehicles. speedometer.
ignition off is very dangerous. The . When driving on uphill roads be
brakes will have to do extra work. alerts. Road obstructions
They will be excessively hot and resulting from accidents or
(Continued) failing vehicles may be found.
100 Driving and Operating

Note Starting and Ignition Positions

Spinning the wheels may result in
damaging components of your Operating
vehicle as well as the tyres. If the
wheels turn at high speeds when New Vehicle Run-In
shifting between forward and
reverse speeds, the gearbox could Do not brake unnecessarily hard for
be wrecked. the first few journeys.
During the first drive, smoke may
Bouncing the vehicle to set occur because of wax and oil
if free evaporating off the exhaust system.
First, turn the steering wheel to the Park the vehicle in the open for a
left and to the right. This will free the while after the first drive and avoid
area around the front wheels. Then, inhaling the fumes.
alternate the gearbox between first Fuel and engine oil consumption
and second and reverse, turning the may be higher during the running-in 0 : Ignition off
wheels as slow as possible. period.
Release the accelerator pedal when I : Ignition on
shifting and slightly depress the II : Starting
pedal when the gear is engaged.
If these attempts are not enough to Starting engine with the
set the vehicle free you need to be ignition switch
towed clear. . Turn the key to position l.
. Do not accelerate.
. Turn the key to position ll.
Before restarting or to switch off the
engine, turn key back to 0.
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Note
. When turning the ignition on, the Caution { Warning
instrument panel lamps will stay . Children in the vehicle with Before starting the engine, take
on for a while and upon starting the key in the ignition may the following precautions, in order
the engine, the instrument panel cause serious accidents.
lamps will stay constantly on. not inhaling the toxic gases:
. The keys can activate the . Do not start the engine in
. The initially increased engine
power windows and other closed areas – garage, for
speed at idle automatically falls features, or even move the
as the engine temperature rises. example – for a time longer
vehicle. than required to manoeuvre
the vehicle. The internal
Caution combustion engines
Note
generate gases containing
Before running the engine, make If you forget the key in the cylinder
highly toxic substances,
sure to be familiarised with the ignition lock, after the engine is
such as carbon monoxide
functioning of the different switched off and the door is open,
which even though being
controls and instruments. the electronic system will emit an
colourless and odourless, is
audible warning, advising that the
lethal.
key is in the ignition switch. If it is
Note necessary to keep the key in . If you suspect that exhaust
Never turn the engine continuously ignition cylinder lock after the gases are coming into the
for more than 10 seconds. Do not engine is switched off, remove the passenger compartment,
persist if the engine does not start key and place it in the cylinder lock drive the vehicle with the
after several attempts. Find the again to deactivate the audible windows open and as soon
cause before starting the engine warning electronic system, avoiding as possible, have the
again. If necessary consult a unnecessary battery charge exhaust system, floor and
Chevrolet Dealer or a Chevrolet consumption. body checked.
Authorised Service Operation.
102 Driving and Operating

Parking Parking over Things Engine Exhaust

Parking on hills or Mountains That Burn
Avoid parking on dry grass, shrubs, Catalytic Converter
Be especially careful while parking.
For your safety, when you are fuel drops or other flammable
parking on a hill road steer the front material when the exhaust system is
wheels to prevent vehicle from hot. Also regularly remove any dry
rolling downhill or leaving the road if grass, seeds and other vegetation
it moves while parked. from the chassis, under carriage
and any exposed cavities.
Parking downhill Depending on the situation, any of
Steer the wheels to the left. The the above could cause a fire.
wheels must not be against an
obstacle, even if there is one. Caution
A slight contact is enough.
Things that burn could touch hot
Parking uphill exhaust parts under your vehicle
If there is an obstacle, steer the and ignite. Don't park over This equipment, located on exhaust
wheels to the right if the obstacle is papers, leaves, dry grass or other system, promotes the diminution of
at the left of your vehicle. things that can burn. the undesired polluters before being
expelled on atmosphere.
 Driving and Operating 103

{ Warning
component. Therefore, with the hot
engine, the following must be
Manual Transmission
avoided:
Do not keep engine running in
closed areas longest than . To repeat starting when the
necessary to vehicle manoeuvre, engine presents difficulties to
because the carbon monoxide begin functioning.
(CO), which has no colour or . Unnecessarily long time during
odour, is lethal if inhaled. starting.
The water penetration to the
In the event of faults or engine exhaust pipe can damage the
running irregular following a cold catalytic converter as it works at
start, a significant loss of engine high temperature.
power or other anomalies, this may Avoid the application of any product
indicate an ignition system fault. to the underbody of the vehicle,
Stop the vehicle, the vehicle needs Gear lever positions:
because of the fire risk due to
to be towed. exhaust system heat. ) : Neutral.
Cares with the catalytic To ensure a low level of pollutant 1 to 5 : First to Fifth gears.
converter: emissions and the catalytic R : Reverse gear.
If the unburnt fuel portion enters in converter system will have a long
life, all maintenance service must be Forward gears
the catalytic converter, this may
result in overheating and probably carried out in a Dealer or Chevrolet Press the clutch pedal and move
irreparable damage to this Authorised Service Operations. the gear lever according to the
illustrations on the lever. When
shifting to a lower gear, do not
accelerate the engine to a very high
revolution.
104 Driving and Operating

Reverse gear Note

The electronic module does not Warning (Continued)
Press the clutch pedal, pull the
button (arrow) upwards and push prevent damage to the engine due
limit, the system reduces the fuel
the gear lever towards position R. to peaking revs in the case of
injection amount, avoiding the
improperly gearing down. For
Note example: engine revolution increase. This
This vehicle is not equipped with a way the power generated and the
. Trying to shift from the 4th to 5th vehicle speed are kept stable. In
reverse gear synchromesh ring and
in order to ensure a smooth gear speed, you engage the 3rd these cases, we recommend
shift into reverse gear, it is speed mistakenly; extreme care when overtaking
recommended to wait for about . Disengaging the engine in a long another vehicle as well as while
5 seconds after clutch pedal downhill (and when engaging it manoeuvring the vehicle when
depressed before engaging R. again, you use a very low gear); the engine power is strongly
This allows the rotating components Under these conditions, the engine required. The fuel injection
of the gearbox to come to a revolutions will increase regardless reduction will avoid the vehicle
standstill before. Alternatively, with the amount of fuel injection. It could speed to increase.
the clutch pedal depressed, moving surpass the tolerance limits and
the gear lever into 1st gear and then lead to severe damage to the
into will allow a smooth engagement internal engine components.
of reverse gear.
If the gear does not engage easily, { Warning
return the gear lever to neutral
position and remove the foot from Your vehicle is equipped with an
the clutch pedal, depress it again electronic module, which among
and move the gear lever. many other features, helps to
avoid damages to the engine due
to revolutions above the specified
torque limit. When close to this
(Continued)
 Driving and Operating 105

Brakes Separate hydraulic circuits that there is a failure on the ABS

system. Anyway, the brake system
Everybody has already faced a The brake system of the vehicle has
will continue operating. The ABS
heavy-braking situation. One's first diagonal circuit (front left/rear right,
system will also be inoperative in
reaction is to push the brake pedal front right/rear left). If one circuit
case the brake indicator and the
and hold. In fact this is wrong, fails, your vehicle may still be
turn signal indicator fuses are
because it may cause the wheels stopped using the other circuit.
defective. In these cases, go to a
to lock. If this ever happens apply the brake
Dealer or a Chevrolet Authorised
pedal harder.
When this happens the vehicle Service Operations to have the
doesn't obey steering and may Under these circumstances the problem repaired.
follow the wheel direction before vehicle braking distances are larger.
Immediately after the engine has
they locked. Your vehicle may leave Take it immediately to a Chevrolet
started, including at a minimum
the road. Brake gradually. Dealer or Authorised Repair Centre
speed, the system performs an
and have failure repaired.
This method provides you with automatic inspection which the
maximum braking and steering driver can hear.
Antilock Brake
control. Press the brake pedal The anti-lock brake system (ABS)
gradually and harder. In case of an System (ABS) keeps the vehicle brake system
emergency, you're likely to want to Note under control and avoids the wheels
apply the brakes hard without This equipment may not be locking, regardless the road
locking the wheels. available in your country or vehicle condition and the tyre grip.
Release the brake pedal if you feel model. The ABS adjusts the braking effect
or hear the wheels drag. This will Note as soon as one wheel tends to lock.
make you keep the steering control. When the ignition switch is turned The vehicle is kept under control,
If your vehicle is equipped with ABS even on a curve or when steering
see Antilock Brake System on, the indicator lamp ! is around an obstacle. In case of
(ABS) 0 105. switched on and then it will emergency braking, the ABS allows
extinguish. In case it does not for steering around the obstacle
switch off after the engine starting or without releasing the brake pedal.
in case it comes on while the
vehicle is being driven, this means
106 Driving and Operating

Thus, under any circumstances, Note (arrow) and push it downwards until
taking into account this safety When ABS is working, it's normal the indicator lamp $ in the panel
feature, you should not take occurs vibrations on brake pedal switches off.
needless driving risks. You will not and noise. But it only occurs when
drive safely unless you are a the system is effectively working, in The handbrake acts mechanically
responsible driver. other words, when in emergency. on rear wheels and remains applied
while the actuation lever is on upper
The braking effect is controlled If you notice any of these symptoms position of its stroke. The indicator
through the ABS system each on normal drive conditions, go to a lamp $ remains lit up in the
thousandth of second during the Dealer or a Chevrolet Authorised
braking process. This action is instruments panel, while the
Service.
noticed through the “brake pedal handbrake is applied.
vibration” and the “control process Parking Brake
noise”. Caution
If the vehicle is under an emergency Never apply the handbrake with
situation, the ABS system will allow the vehicle running. This can
the vehicle to keep control and warn cause vehicle whirling and
the driver about the need of personal injuries.
matching the vehicle speed to the
road conditions.

{ Warning
During emergency braking,
whenever you notice the brake
pedal pulsing and noisy control,
do not release the brake pedal, To release the handbrake, pull the
because these refer to normal lever slightly upwards, press the
system functioning button at the end of the lever
characteristics.
 Driving and Operating 107

Cruise Control rR : Press this button to resume a Activation and Selection of the
(where fitted) set speed, to decrease the speed. Cruise Control
rO : Press to cancel cruise control. With the vehicle in the desired
speed, push the button rI. The
{ Warning speed will be memorised in the
system and will be kept constant.
. The cruise control may not An indicator light for cruise control in
be activated in conditions of the cluster will remain turned on
traffic jam, winding roads or while the system is activated. For
slippery roads. example, when you need to
. The system does not have overtake, the speed can normally be
the capacity to shift gears, increased depressing the
but it mainly assists the accelerator pedal. When the
driver in stretches of accelerator pedal is released, the
With cruise control, the vehicle can constant speed. The system vehicle comes back to the speed
maintain a speed of about 40 km/h may not be activated with memorised for the system.
or more without keeping your foot the gear lever in the neutral Increase of the Set Cruising
on the accelerator. Cruise control position, therefore the
does not work at speeds below engine will speed up until
Speed
40 km/h. the fuel injection cut With the system activated, the set
When the cruise control is in rotation. Do not use the cruising speed can be increased, by
system in 1st gear, due it pressing the button rI repeated and
operation, the symbol I lights up only operates in speeds
in the instrument panel cluster. The quickly. Each time you do so, the
between 40 to 140 km/h. set speed is increased by 2 km/h.
system is activated through buttons
located in the indicator lever: This acceleration can also be
obtained, pressing and holding the
rI : Press this button to set a speed button rI until the new desired
or to accelerate to a higher speed. speed is reached.
108 Driving and Operating

Deactivation of the System . For speeds higher than 60 km/h:

as soon as the vehicle speed is
Fuel
With the system activated, press the
higher than −20 km/h,
rO button and the system will be concerning the speed that was Filling the Tank
deactivated.
previously programmed.
The system also will be deactivated
This accelerates the vehicle to the
if the vehicle slows down below
previously selected speed.
40 km/h, if you depress the brake
pedal or if you depress the clutch In vehicles with manual gearbox,
pedal. the activation of cruise control in not
appropriate gear can cause excess
Reactivation of Last Selection of fuel consumption and
of the Cruising Speed unnecessary effort of the engine.
If the cruise control is set at a It is recommended to activate the
desired speed and then the brake system in compatible gears with the
pedal or clutch pedal is applied, the last set cruising speed in the
cruise control is disengaged. The reactivation. Drive the vehicle until
indicator light on the instrument reaching the set cruising speed,
Your vehicle is a design
panel cluster goes out when the adequately shift gears and
combination of advanced
cruise is no longer engaged. To reactivate the system by pressing
technology, safety, environmental
return to the speed previously the button rR. compliance and economy.
programmed, slightly press If the ignition is turned off, the last Fuel for Petrol engines
button rR, under the following selected speed is cleared from
conditions: memory. Commercially available high-quality
fuels meeting the specifications of
. For speeds lower than 60 km/h: SANS 1598 are suitable. See
as soon as the vehicle speed is Catalytic Converter 0 102
higher than 40 km/h.
Fuel quality has a definite influence
on the power output, drive-ability
and the life of the engine.
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Driving and
and Operating
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109

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Turn off the
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engine when
when 2. Turn off the ignition.
quality fuels containing additives. refuelling. Do not smoke near fuel 2. Turn off the ignition.
Fuel with on octane rating that is too refuelling. Do not smoke near fuel
or when refuelling the vehicle. Do 3. Open the fuel filler neck cap.
Fuelcan
withcause
on octane rating that is too or 3. Open the fuel filler neck cap.
low pinking. GMSA notwhen refuelling
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sparks, flames,phones. Keep
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cannot bedamage.
resultant held liable for the sparks,
materialsflames,
away and
fromsmoking
fuel. Do not locking system,the
cover turning open
keythe fuel
resultant
Petrol damage.
with a higher octane number materials
leave the away from fuel.
fuel pump Do not
unattended anti-clockwise
cover until
turning the keyunlocked.
can always
Petrol with abe used.octane number
higher when the
leave refuelling the vehicle.
fuel pump Do
unattended 5. anti-clockwise
Turn the coveruntil unlocked.
in the same way
can
A always bepump
dispensing used.for leaded fuel not re-enter
when thethe
refuelling vehicle while
vehicle. Do to remove it.
pumping fuel. Keep children away
5. Turn the cover in the same way
cannot be inserted in the fuel tank not re-enter the vehicle while 6. to
Fitremove
the capit.in the top of the
A dispensing pump forwhich
filler neck on vehicles leadedmust
fuel from the fuel pump.
pumping fuel. Keep children away filler neck door, as indicated in
cannot be inserted in the fuelfuel.
tank 6. Fit
be operated using unleaded
from the fuel pump. thethe capillustration.
next in the top of the
filler neck on vehicles which must filler neck door, as indicated in
The ignition timing is automatically 7. Refuel the tank.
be operated
adjusted using unleaded
according fuel.of
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fuel 8. Reinstall the fuel filler cap
The used (octane
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110 Driving and Operating

Reinstall the fuel filler cap and Avoid any damage:

rotate it clockwise until you Caution
hear a "click", then close the Petrol engine
fuel filler flap (vehicles with Wipe off any overflowing fuel
Never use any fuels other than
central locking system). immediately. quality-recommendations, nor
9. Close the fuel filler neck cap. containing manganese-base
Note metallic additives. Never add to the
NOTE.: In vehicle without the To avoid damaging the canister, fuel tank of your vehicle any
central locking system, when the which collects the gases coming additives recommended for different
fuel filler cap is locked you can only from the fuel tank and consequently fuels, since the engine, fuel
open it with the key. reduces the environment injectors, catalyst and all sensors of
contamination, refuel the fuel tank the anti-contamination system are
slowly and after the automatic likely to be subjected to severe
disconnection of the pump filler, damage that would not be covered
stop the refuelling. by the vehicle warranty.
Injection Nozzles
{ Warning The injection nozzles of Chevrolet
After a strong front or rear impact, vehicles are of self-cleaning type
take your vehicle to a Chevrolet and thus won't require any
Dealership or Authorised Repair periodical cleaning.
Shop to check the fuel system. Fuel filter
Replace the fuel filter according the
The fuel filler cap can be retained in Fuel Filler Cap recommended intervals found in the
the bracket on the fuel filler flap Only a genuine fuel filler cap Maintenance Plan.
(only vehicles with central locking provides full functionality.
system).
Refuel at least with 5 litres of fuel.
 Driving and Operating 111

Note
Since it works at a higher pressure
than the conventional systems, the
fuel injection system requires some
servicing care. Replace the fuel filter
and hoses only with original GM
parts.
112 Vehicle Care

Vehicle Care Headlamps, Front Turn Signal,

Sidemarker, and Parking
Appearance Care
Exterior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Interior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
Fog Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
General Information Taillamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Accessories and Number Plate Lamp . . . . . . . . . . 138
Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Interior Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Lifting the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
Battery Disconnect Switch . . . . 115 Electrical System
Vehicle Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Emission Information . . . . . . . . . 116 Relay Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Vehicle Checks Vehicle Tools
Bonnet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Engine Compartment
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119 Wheels and Tyres
Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 Wheels and Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter . . . . . . 123 Tyre Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Engine Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 Tyre Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Engine Overheating . . . . . . . . . . 126 When It Is Time for New
Engine Fan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128 Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Power Steering Fluid . . . . . . . . . 129 Different Tyre and Wheel
Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129 Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Brake Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130 Wheel Covers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131 Tyre Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . 133
Jump Starting
Bulb Replacement Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Towing
Halogen Headlamps . . . . . . . . . . 134
Towing the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . 154
 Vehicle Care 113

General Information equipped with options and

accessories available in the date
The original invoice plus the Sales
Manual mentioned above will be
specified in the cover. Thus there referred to whenever the General
Accessories and might be discrepancies between the Motors warranty to its products
Modifications Manual content and the vehicle applies. General Motors, reserves
configuration, or yet your vehicle the right to implement any changes
may not include some of the items to its products in order to meet the
mentioned herein. client requirements and
expectations anytime.
We recommend using Genuine
Parts and Accessories and factory
approved parts specific for your
vehicle type. We cannot assess or
guarantee reliability of other
products - even if they have a
regulatory or otherwise granted
approval.
In the event of any discrepancies
In order to comply with your comfort among the components identified
requirements and vehicle and the content of this guide, please
customisation, General Motors note that the Sales Guide containing
develops and offers original plant We recommend that you approach information, illustrations and
options and accessories approved your Chevrolet Dealer or Chevrolet specifications updated to the date of
for installation through the Chevrolet Authorised Workshop for the manufacture of the vehicle is
Dealer or a Chevrolet Authorised purposes of getting information on available in all Dealerships and shall
Service Operations existing options and accessories be available for your reference, for
available. the purpose of clarifying any
This Manual was printed in the date
specified in the cover and contains questions.
information based on a vehicle fully
114 Vehicle Care

The invoice issued by the (for instance, radio and power Chevrolet Dealer or a
Dealership identifies any module), air conditioning system, Chevrolet Authorised Service
components, options and auxiliary illumination, among others. Operations
accessories originally installed in As a consequence, the vehicle may
your vehicle. This invoice as well as be damaged, such as electrical
the above mentioned Sales Guide breakdown, communication failure
represent the basis for the between the electronic components,
documentation as the warranty its immobilisation or even fire due to
General Motors grants to all system overcharge. THESE
manufactured products as well. SITUATIONS ARE NOT COVERED
Do not make any modifications to BY WARRANTY.
the electrical system, e.g. changes Chevrolet Authorised Dealerships
of electronic control units (chip and Repair Shops are qualified and
tuning). have proper knowledge for installing
Note genuine accessories, which are
compatible with the electronic
Due to the technology applied to the system available in your vehicle.
electronic system, do not install any It is important for you know that if
type of electrical equipment which is Note your vehicle has any anomaly, you
not genuine to the vehicle wiring This equipment may not be can take it to any Chevrolet Dealer
harnesses, such as alarm, power available in your country or vehicle or a Chevrolet Authorised Service
glasses, electrical locks, ignition model. Operations to repair it, inside or
and/or fuel inhibitor, audio system outside the warranty period, which
will be attended by highly qualified
professionals. If deemed necessary
any further explanation, search for
the Service Manager.
 Vehicle Care 115

between the recess for jack

Caution Caution (Continued) installation and the wheels
housings.
This vehicle was designed having Repair Shop. For further details,
in mind, among other aspects, the contact a Chevrolet Dealership or Note
total safety of its passengers. Authorised Repair Shop of your If the elevator support points or
Therefore, its assembly on the choice. jacks are metallic, a rubber
manufacture line uses bolts with protection must be used to avoid
thread locking adhesive. If bolts vehicle damage.
are removed for any reason, then Lifting the Vehicle
they must be replaced by new Battery Disconnect
genuine bolts with the correct Switch
code. Furthermore, it is also
essential an effective cleaning Fixation by nut
of the piece which is attached to
the bolt with thread locking
adhesive, in order to ensure a
perfect torque and an effective
physical-chemical reaction of the
locking chemical compounds
when a new bolt is used. This
way, we strongly recommend that
the vehicle safety systems (brake,
seats, suspension, safety belts, The location of the support points of
an elevator or a workshop jack must
etc.) as well as services that
be applied only on indicated
indirectly affect such systems are
locations in the illustration, at the
always performed by Chevrolet front and rear portions, in the areas To disconnect:
Dealership Network or Authorised
(Continued) 1. Open the engine hood.
116 Vehicle Care

2. Loosen the nut of the battery . Change engine oil. Putting back into operation
terminal cable (arrow). . Drain wiper washer fluid When the vehicle is to be put back
3. Remove the battery cable reservoir. into operation:
terminal from battery terminal. . Check coolant antifreeze and . Connect the clamp to the
To connect: corrosion protection. negative terminal of the vehicle
. Adjust tyre pressure to the value battery. Activate the electronics
1. Install the battery cable
specified for full load. of the power windows.
terminal to terminal of the
battery. . Park vehicle in dry, well . Check tyre pressure.
2. Tighten the nut of the battery ventilated place. Engage first or . Fill up the washer fluid reservoir.
terminal cable (arrow). reverse gear to prevent the . Check the engine oil level.
vehicle from rolling.
3. Close the engine hood. . Check the coolant level.
. Do not apply parking brake.
Vehicle Storage . Open hood, close all doors and Emission Information
lock the vehicle.
Storage for a long period . The maximum allowed CO
of time . Disconnect the clamp from the (carbon monoxide) emission at
negative terminal of the vehicle specified idle and ignition timing
If the vehicle is to be stored for battery. Beware that all systems
several months: (initial advance) is 0.5%. This
are not functional, e.g. anti-theft applies to standard fuel specified
. Wash and wax the vehicle. alarm system. for emission tests.
. Clean and preserve rubber . Close the hood.
seals.
 Vehicle Care 117
. The oil pan emission discharge
into the atmosphere should be
Vehicle Checks Pull the release lever and return it to
its original position.
zero in any vehicle condition.
Bonnet The engine hood will be partially
. This vehicle is equipped with a open and held only by the latch.
fuel tank evaporative gas To open:
anti-pollution system (canister).
. The idle speed is not adjustable.
The electronic control module
(ECM) calculates electronically
the CO percent and idle speed
adjustments.
Note
The use of a fuel different from that
specified may jeopardise the vehicle
performance as well as it may
damage the fuel system
components and even the engine;
such damages are not covered by Push the safety catch to the right
warranty. To open the engine hood, pull the and open the bonnet.
lock control lever (located on the
right side), under the instrument
panel.
118 Vehicle Care

To close:
Remove the support rod, put it back
in the retainer, lower the bonnet and
allow it to drop into the catch. Check
that the bonnet is engaged, if not,
repeat the process.
Note
Before closing the hood be sure that
all the filling covers are positioned,
be sure all reservoir caps are
closed. Check that the oil dipstick is
fitted properly.
To keep the engine hood open,
insert the support rod in the engine { Warning
hood hole. Caution
Fans or other moving engine
The engine hood support rod parts can cause serious injury.
could become hot due to the Keep hands and clothing away
increase of temperature inside the from moving parts when the
engine compartment. This way, engine is running.
whenever handling the support Flammable products in contact
rod, use gloves (or a piece of with the heated engine parts can
cloth) to protect your hands. ignite.
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Engine Compartment Overview

1.4L Gasoline engine
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1. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0 123

2. Brake Fluid 0 130
3. Washer Fluid 0 129
4. Battery 0 131
5. Power Steering Fluid 0 129
6. Engine Coolant 0 124
7. Oil Dipstick. See Engine
Oil 0 122.
8. Engine Oil 0 122
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1.8L Gasoline engine

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1. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0 123 not only due to the engine If the oil is cold, the oil might take
2. Brake Fluid 0 130 operation, but also to aging. more time to drain back into the
Preferably, change the oil at a oil pan.
3. Washer Fluid 0 129 Chevrolet Authorised Dealership or
Repair Shop, thus assuring the use Checking the engine oil level
4. Battery 0 131
of the specified oil for keeping the . Gasoline engine
5. Power Steering Fluid 0 129 engine component integrity.
6. Engine Coolant 0 124 Damages caused by the non
specified oil will not be covered by
7. Oil Dipstick. See Engine the warranty.
Oil 0 122.
Oil specification and viscosity, refer
8. Engine Oil 0 122 to Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants 0 161.
Engine Oil
Inspect the oil level weekly or before
With the engine warmed-up, change planning a trip.
the oil every 5000 km or 6 months,
whichever occurs first, if the vehicle . Gasoline engine
is driven under the "Severe It is considered normal oil
conditions use". consumption up to 0.75 l of oil
for each 1000 km driven. To check the oil level, pull the oil
In case the vehicle is not driven dipstick and remove it.
under any severe conditions, The oil level must be inspected with
change the oil every 10000 km or the vehicle leveled and with the Clean it completely and insert it
12 months, whichever occurs first. engine (which must be at normal totally, remove it again and check
Always change it with the engine operating temperature) switched off. the oil level, which must be between
warmed-up. the Upper (B) and Lower (A)
Wait at least two minutes before dipstick marks.
Note checking the level to allow the
Change the oil according to the time normal oil accumulation in the
intervals or kilometers run, because engine to drain back into the oil pan.
oils lose their lubricating properties
 Vehicle Care 123

Add oil only if the level reaches the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
Lower (A) mark on dipstick or if it is
under it, maximum of 1 liter, then 1.4L Gasoline Engine
recheck the level.

Caution
Never mixture different types of
oil quality. Use only oil quality and
viscosity specified in the manual.
The use of other oil than specified
may cause engine damage and
void the warranty. Oil filter – change
Gasoline engine
The oil level should not be on Upper
mark (B) on dipstick. If this occur, The oil filter should be replaced
there will be, for example: every two oil changes and Element cleaning:
mandatory at the first engine oil 1. Raise the engine hood.
Gasoline engine change.
. an increase of oil consumption. 2. Loosen the clamp (A).
Note
. Perform the oil filter changes 3. Remove the connector (B) after
the isolation of sparks plug.
preferably at a Chevrolet Dealership pulling the yellow lock.
. excessive formation of carbon or Authorised Repair Shop. 4. Remove the hose.
residues.
. 5. Loosen the two locks (C).
Gasoline engine
6. Remove the air box cover.
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7. Remove the air cleaner 5. Release the latch at the bottom Engine Coolant
element and clean it; slightly of the connector (arrow 3) and
tap it. disconnect it. Cooling Liquid Change
8. Also clean the air cleaner inner 6. Remove the air box cover.
portion. 7. Remove the air cleaner
1.8L Gasoline Engine element and clean it; slightly
tap it.
8. Also clean the air cleaner inner
portion.
Air Cleaner Element
Replacement
Replace the air cleaner element
every 30000 km, for normal
operating conditions, and more
frequently if the vehicle is driven on The engine cooling system is filled
dust or sand roads. with a long-life additive for radiator
(ethylene glycol) which properties
provide a proper protection against
Element cleaning: freezing, boiling and corrosion.
1. Raise the engine hood. Additive for radiator specification,
2. Remove the 4 screws (arrow 1) concentration and exchange period,
of the air box. refer to Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants 0 161.
3. Loosen the clamp (arrow 2).
4. Remove the hose.
 Vehicle Care 125

Note To up if the coolant level is below leakage) checked and change the
. Have the coolant changed at a the mark indicated with an arrow coolant in order to maintain the
Chevrolet Authorised Dealership next to the words “Frio/Cold”. This proper ratios.
or Repair Shop, because it is indicates the maximum capacity of
necessary to drain the air from cooling liquid in the cooling surge
tank. With the engine cold, remove
{ Warning
the system when refilling.
the cap and add a mixture of water The vapors and the scalding
. Before adding coolant, have
and Ethylene Glycol. liquids that come from cooling
your cooling system clean.
Additive for radiator specification, system in boiling, can explode
Coolant Level concentration and exchange period, and cause serious burnings. They
refer to Recommended Fluids and are under pressure, and if the
Lubricants 0 161. surge tank cover is opened even
partially, the vapors may be
Install the cap, tightening securely.
expelled at high speed. Never
Note remove the surge tank cover
The additive for radiator (long life – while the engine and the cooling
orange color) should not be mixed system are hot. If it is necessary
to standard additives (green color) to remove the surge tank cover,
or other products, such as soluble wait for the engine to cool down.
oil C. The blends react forming
sludge that could lead to the system
clogging and consequently the If any engine temperature
engine overheating. abnormality is detected – for
instance the coolant temperature
Seldom there are losses on a Note warning light illuminates on the
closedcircuit cooling system. Thus it If you need to refill constantly, go to instrument panel, check the cooling
is rarely required filling up to the a Chevrolet Dealer or a Chevrolet system immediately.
level, but it should be checked Authorised Service Operation to
weekly, with the vehicle on a flat have the system cap (or occasional
surface and with the engine cold.
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Should levels be normal and the . The vehicle is stopped after three minutes, with the vehicle
high temperature persist, contact a driving at high speeds. stopped, and observe if the
Chevrolet Dealer or a Chevrolet . The vehicle has been driven at overheating warning lights
Authorised Service Operation for idle speed during a long travel. switch off.
failure identification and repair. If the overheating warning continues
If there are no changes or signs of
vapor formation, follow the following to be on, switch off the engine, ask
Engine Overheating to passengers to leave the vehicle
procedure for approximately
The coolant temperature indicator one minute: and wait for it to cool down. You can
lamp of your vehicle is located in decide whether to open the engine
the instruments panel. This lamp 1. Switch off the air conditioning compartment, but look for technical
indicates if the engine temperature system (if equipped) assistance immediately. If you open
is increasing. 2. Try to keep the engine under the engine compartment, check the
load (use a gear in which the coolant surge tank.
Note
engine rotates slowly).
If the engine operates without
If the warning of overheating Caution
coolant, your vehicle may be
seriously damaged. In this case, the disappears, you must continue If the coolant inside the coolant
repairs will not be covered by driving. For safety reasons, drive surge tank is boiling, do not do
warranty. slowly for approximately
anything except wait until it
ten minutes.
Engine Overheating without cools down.
Vapor Formation If the scale of temperature indicator
drops to normal position, continue
If you notice the overheating driving. The coolant level should be at
warning light and there are not signs specified. If the level falls down, it
of vapor formation, the problem If the coolant temperature does not means that there might be a
might not be that serious. Some drop, stop the engine and park the possibility of a leaking on radiator
times the engine overheats when: vehicle immediately. hoses, heater hose, radiator or
If signals of vapor formation still do water pump.
. The vehicle is driven up steep
hills at high ambient not appear, switch on the engine at
temperatures. idle speed for approximately two or
 Vehicle Care 127

Overheating with Vapor

Caution Formation Caution (Continued)
. The heater hoses and down. Before you open the
radiator hoses as well as engine compartment, wait
other engine parts may be until coolant vapor signals
hot. Do not touch them. are extinguished.
Otherwise, you can be . If the vehicle continues in
burned. movement while the engine
. If there is any leak, the is overheated, the liquids
engine must not be can escape due to high
switched on. Otherwise, all pressure. You and another
coolant may be lost, causing people may be seriously
burns. Before driving the burned. Switch off the
vehicle, have the leaks overheated engine, leave
repaired. the vehicle and wait for it to
Caution cool down.

. The vapors generated by

engine overheating can
cause serious burns, even
you open the engine
compartment a few. Keep
away from engine
compartment when you
observe vapors emission.
Switch off the engine, ask
the passengers to leave the
vehicle and wait for it to cool
(Continued)
128 Vehicle Care

Engine Fan Additive for radiator specification,

Caution (Continued)
concentration and exchange period,
refer to Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants 0 161. necessary turn the radiator
cover and wait the engine to
cool down.
Caution
. The long life additive for the
The fans and other engine cooling system is poisonous
movable parts may cause severe and must be carefully
wounds. Keep your hands and handled.
cloths far from movable parts
while the engine is operating. Note
In order to avoid damage to the
vehicle and make starting easier
If there is no leak, check for engine Caution when the engine is hot (due to the
fan operation. Your vehicle is fuel evaporation), the engine vent
. The vapors and the scalding system may be actuated even after
equipped with electrical fan. If there liquids that come from
is engine overheating, the fan must the vehicle is stopped for a given
cooling system in boiling, period, depending on the room
be actuated. If the fan does not can explode and cause
actuate, repairs are necessary. temperature and the engine
serious burnings. They are temperature.
Switch off engine. If the problem is under pressure, and if the
not identified, but the coolant level radiator cover is opened
is not at maximum, add to the surge even partially, the vapors
tank a mixture of water and may be expelled at high
Ethylene Glycol. Switch on the speed. Never turn the
engine when the coolant level is at radiator cover while the
maximum. If the overheating engine and the cooling
warning signal is on, consult a system are hot. If it is
Chevrolet Dealer or a Chevrolet
Authorised Service Operation. (Continued)
 Vehicle Care 129

Power Steering Fluid Inspect the level according to the Washer Fluid
recommended intervals scheduled
on the Maintenance Plan in the
Warranty Policy.
A dipstick, located on reservoir
cover, has two marks. The lower
mark indicates that the system must
be filled; the upper mark indicates
that the system is filled. With the
engine at operation normal
temperature, the fluid level should
be in the upper mark. With the
engine cold, the fluid must not be
lower than lower mark.
Inspection and Fluid Level Topup Note The liquid reservoir of windscreen
Check the power steering fluid level If it is necessary to correct the fluid washing system is located on the
with the engine turned off. level, take your vehicle to a Dealer lefthand side of engine
or Chevrolet Authorised Service compartment. For efficient cleaning,
Power steering fluid specification, Operations to remedy the fluid the addition of windscreen cleaner
refer to Recommended Fluids and level loss. additive to the water is
Lubricants 0 161. recommended.
130 Vehicle Care

Note The complementation of the fluid

Chevrolet uses and recommends level is not recommended because { Warning
lubricants, fluids and chemicals there is a relationship between the
. If the brake fluid level on
ACDelco and recommend GM fluid level and the wear of brake
pad. Consult a Chevrolet Dealership reservoir is out of
Genuine Parts. specification, consult a
or Authorised Repair Shop, to be
Reservoir volume, refer to checked the level if it is below the Dealer or a Chevrolet
Capacities and Specifications 0 171 minimum mark specified in the Authorised Service
reservoir, the leak is corrected and Operations.
Brake Fluid the fluid replaced. This can be If too much brake fluid is
checked under the following added, it can spill on the
conditions: engine and burn, if the
engine is hot enough. You
. If the brake indicator lamp $ or others could be burned,
illuminates during hard braking, and the vehicle could be
accelerations or going around damaged.
sharp bends, it means that 70%
of brake pad thickness is . The vehicle usage with worn
worn off. pads or brake system leaks
can affect the integrity of
. If the indicator lamp $ remains vehicle brake system and
lit up for longer periods go to a must be repaired
Dealer or Chevrolet Authorised immediately by a Dealer or
Service Operations to have the a Chevrolet Authorised
Check the brake fluid monthly and worn brake pads replaced. Service Operations,
when the level indicator lamp on because there is risk for
instrument panel $ lights up. The your safety.
fluid level must be between MAX
and MIN marks engraved on
reservoir.
 Vehicle Care 131

Battery
{ Warning Caution (Continued)
Brake fluid is poisonous and . The battery even sealed,
corrosive. Avoid contact with contains acid that causes
eyes,skin, fabrics and painted burns. If the acid drops on
surfaces. your skin or eyes, wash the
affected parts with running
water and look for medical
Note care immediately.
Chevrolet uses and recommends
. To minimise the risk of
lubricants, fluids and chemicals
ACDelco and recommend GM solution drops on eyes, use
Genuine Parts. protective glasses when
batteries handling.
Brake fluid specification, refer to
. General Motors are not
Recommended Fluids and The battery that equips your vehicle
Lubricants 0 161. responsible for accidents
is periodic maintenance-free. If the
caused by negligence or
vehicle is not used for 30 days or
Care with the New Brake Pads more, disconnect the battery
incorrect batteries handling.
When new brake pads are installed, negative cable in order to not
do not brake unnecessarily hard discharge it.
during the first 300 km.
Brake pads wear must not exceed a Caution
certain limit. Regular maintenance
as detailed in the Preventive . Lit matches near the battery
Maintenance Plan is therefore of can cause a gas explosion.
the utmost importance for your If you need more
safety. illumination in the engine
compartment, use a lantern.
(Continued)
132 Vehicle Care

Battery Recycling Preventing Damage to

Caution (Continued) Electronic Components
. In case the acid solution
and lead contained in the
battery are discarded into
the environment in an
improper way, they could
contaminate the soil, subsoil
and water, as well as cause
health risks to human
beings.
. If there is an accidental
eyes or skin contact with
these products, the affected
When replacing the battery observe parts must be immediately
the regulations and environmental washed with flushing water In order to avoid breakdown of
care that such elements require. and look for medical care. electronic components, never
disconnect the battery with the
. Whenever carrying on the
Caution engine running.
battery, keep it on the
horizontal position in order Whenever disconnecting the battery,
Risks when contacting the acid first disconnect the negative cable
to avoid leakage from the
solution and lead: and then the positive cable. Do not
breather.
. Basic composition: lead, reverse the cable position.
sulfuric acid diluted and When reconnecting, connect the
plastic. positive cable first and then the
(Continued) negative cable.
 Vehicle Care 133

Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield Wiper Blade

Replacement
The correct operation of windscreen
wiper blades and a clear field of
vision are essential conditions for a
safe driving. Check the wiper blades
frequently. Clean wiper blades with
a neutral soap diluted in water.
Avoid using the windscreen wipers
dry or without the washers having
been actuated. For safety reasons,
is recommended that the wiper
blades are changed at least once a
year or whenever efficiency is Press the locking tab (arrow 1) and
reduced impairing visibility in pull the wiper blade to remove it
the rain. (arrow 2).
Inspection: regularly inspect the Rotate the wiper blade in the
blade condition. Clean them with direction of the arrow.
neutral soap diluted in water.
Replacement: replace the blades at
least yearly or when its efficiency
gets reduced impairing the visibility
in the rain. For this, press the
locking lug, push the blade
downwards and remove it.
134 Vehicle Care

Bulb Replacement Application Power (W)

The bulbs replacement must be Rear turn signal light 21
performed preferably in a Dealer or Light (front) 5
Chevrolet Authorised Service
Operations. When replacing a bulb, Brake/light (tail) -
21/5
turn off the respective circuit switch. brake/parking
Avoid touching the bulb glass with Front fog lights 55
the bare hands. Because
fingerprints on the glass will Rear fog lamp 21
evaporate and might fog bulb glass. Reverse gear 21
Inadvertently stained bulbs may be
cleaned with a clean non-fluffy cloth, License 5 (x2)
To set the new blade, push it using alcohol. The replacement
(arrow 3) until the locking tab be
locked in the arm hole.
bulbs must be have the same Halogen Headlamps
characteristics and capacities of the
defective bulb.
Application Power (W)
Load compartment 10 (x2)
Front reading lamp -
5
with alarm (C95)
Glove box 8
Front reading lamp -
10
without alarm (C91)
High beam 55
Low beam 55
Front turn signal light 21
 Vehicle Care 135

Headlight system provided with 4. Disengage the bulb from 3. Loosen the bulb connection
separated bulbs for low and high socket by pulling it (B). from high beam.
beams. 5. Install the new bulb on socket
. Bulb (outer side) – low beam without touching the bulb glass
. Bulb (inner side) – high beam and the socket to its lodgment.
Install the headlight bulb
Low Beam protector by rotating it
clockwise.
1. Open the engine hood and fit
the support rod. High Beam
2. Remove the headlight bulb 1. Open the engine hood and fit
protector by rotating it the support rod.
counterclockwise (arrow).

4. Pull each clip to back and to

the side (arrows).
5. Remove the bulb from the
reflector.
6. Insert the new bulb in the
reflector, without touching the
bulb glass.
7. Engage the clips, with contrary
movements to the removal
2. Remove the headlight bulb procedure.
3. Remove the bulb with the protector by rotating it 8. Install the connection in the
connector (A), pulling the counterclockwise (arrow) new bulb.
socket to the back of the
headlight.
136 Vehicle Care

9. Reinstall the headlight bulb 4. Install the new bulb on the 4. Install a new bulb and engage
protector by rotating it socket. the socket in the reflector by
clockwise. 5. Install the socket with the new rotating it clockwise.
bulb in the lodgment by rotating
Headlamps, Front Turn it clockwise. Fog Lamps
Signal, Sidemarker, and Front Turn Light Have the front fog bulbs replaced by
Parking Lamps a Chevrolet Dealer or Authorised
1. Open the engine hood and fit Repair Shop.
Side Lights the support rod.
1. Open the engine hood and fit 2. Remove the bulb socket of the Taillamps
the support rod. front turn signal lamp by
1. Open the load
2. Remove the front lamp bulb rotating it counterclockwise
compartment door.
socket protector by rotating it
counterclockwise.

3. Slightly press the bulb on the 2. Loosen the two fixing screws of
socket; rotate it
the lamp assembly as shown in
3. Remove the bulb, pulling it counterclockwise and figure.
(arrow). remove it.
 Vehicle Care 137

3. Pull the lamp assembly back to 7. Remove the cover carefully to

disengage it not disengage the air vent at
the top of the lamp assembly.

5. Remove the air breather

carefully to not damage it.

4. Loosen the connector lock and

unclip it from the lamp 8. The lamps are arranged as
assembly. follows (from top to bottom):
A: Brake light and parking light
B: Turn signal indicator light/
hazard warning light
C: Reverse light

6. Loosen the two screws and the

two latches, as shown in Fig.
138 Vehicle Care

15. Close the load Number Plate Lamp

compartment door.
Load Compartment Lights

9. Remove the burned bulb by

pushing it down and turning it
in counter-clockwise, insert the 1. Remove the bulb support with
new bulb making the contrary a screwdrive, exert pressure to
procedure. the side and downwards (as
The load compartment lights should
10. Reinstall the cover taking care be changed in a Dealer or a illustration) until it disengages.
with the bulbs and making sure Chevrolet Authorised Service 2. Remove the support.
the locks have been fitted, Operations.
tighten the screws.
11. Install the air breather.
12. Install the connector.
13. Making sure the tabs snap into
its housing in the body.
14. Tighten the two fixing screws of
the lamp assembly.
 Vehicle Care 139

4. Remove the bulb from the 1. Disengage the lens using a

socket. nylon spatula, inserting it in the
5. Install the new lamp. indicated areas and rotating it.

6. Install the bulb socket in the 2. Remove the bulb socket with
support by rotating it clockwise. the burnt bulb by rotating it
Reinstall the bulb socket in the counterclockwise (1).
lodgment.

Interior Lamps
Front Reading Lamps/
Courtesy
3. Turn the socket
counter-clockwise and Before removal, close the doors and
disengage it. switch off the front reading lamps so
that the lamp keeps switched off
during the change.

3. Replace the burnt bulb,

disengaging it from socket.
4. Install a new bulb in the
socket, then install socket in
the bulb assembly by rotating it
clockwise (2).
5. Install bulb assembly in its
mounting.
140 Vehicle Care

Electrical System It is recommended to always have a

complete kit of fuses that can be
acquired in a Dealer or a Chevrolet
Fuses Authorised Service Operations.
The capacity of the fuses is related
with your color, to know:
Color Amp
Gray 2
Light brown 5
Dark brown 7,5
Red 10
Blue 15
Yellow 20
The fuse box and relay center are White 25
located under the instrument panel, Green 30
to acess it pull the storage like in
the figure.
Before replacing a fuse, turn off the
switch of the affected circuit.
A burned fuse is visually identified
by they broken internal filament.
The fuse should only be changed
after discovering the cause of it's
failure (overload, short-circuit, etc.)
and for an equal capacity fuse.
 Vehicle Care 141

Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuses Usage

1 Not used 11 Not used 5A – Heating,
ventilation and air
10A – Instrument 5A – Radio (ignition
12 conditioning control
2 panel / Ilumination "on-off" function)
module (vehicle with
controls (BCM)
20A – Engine control central locking system
3 Not used module and anti-theft alarm
13
20A – Injection system)
20A – Cigarette lighter
relay (main) 5A – Ultrasonic sensor
(if equipped)
18 (vehicle with central
4 20A – 12V Socket 14 Not used
20A – 12V Socket in locking system and
20A – Power window anti-theft alarm
the trailer (RHD only) 15
system (left side) system)
5A – ABS Module, 5A – Reading lamp
5 5A – Heating,
Instrument panel (vehicle with central
ventilation and air
6 10A – Radio 16 conditioning control locking system and
module anti-theft alarm
7 15A – Horn system)
5A – Comfort module
15A – Turn signal 19 Not used
8 17 15A – High beam
lights (BCM)
20 15A – Alarm system
20A – Power window
9 20A – Fuel pump
system (right side)
21 20A – Engine control
15A – Brake light module
15A – Reverse gear
10
light
15A – Glove box light
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Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuses Usage

5A – Eletrical external 5A – Hazard switch 36 7.5A – Air conditioning
mirrors 5A – Heating,
22 37 30A – Logistic mode
5A – Comfort module ventilation and air
5A – Instrument panel conditioning control 38 Not used
module (vehicle
25A – ABS brake 32
23 without central locking Relay Center
module
system and anti-theft
24 Not used alarm system) Vehicle equipped with gasoline
5A – Horn (vehicle engine
20A – Alarm system
25 20A – Door lock with Air Bag)
system 15A – Windshield
wiper
26 20A – Front fog lamp 33
15A – Windshield
27 15A – Air bag module washer
10A – Low beam 10A – Low beam
28 34
(Right side) (left side)
10A – Position lamp 10A – Position lamp
(front left) (front right)
29 10A – Position lamp 10A – Licence
(rear left) plate lamp
10A – Radio Lights 10A – Position lamp
35 Position Function
30 Not used (rear right)
10A – Heating, I Fuel pump
5A – Courtesy lamp / ventilation and air
31 Instrument panel conditioning control II Injection (main)
dimmer module ("night mode") III Starting motor
 Vehicle Care 143

Position Function Position Function Fuses on the battery

IV Windshield wipers Radiator fan – Speed

XVI 2 (gasoline) (vehicles
V Reverse lamp relay
with air conditioning)
VI High beam
XVI-a Not used
Radiator fan –
VII XVI-b Not used
Speed 1
XVII not used
Protection relay
VIII
(injection system) fuse — Fun radiator
(petrol) (vehicle
IX-a Low beam XVII-a
without air
IX-b Position lamp conditioning)
X-a Front fog lights 40A J-Case fuse —
XVII-b
Horn (vehicles with ABS pump Position Function
X-b
air bag) 40A J-Case fuse - 300A mega fuse -
XVIII-a Radiator fan F1
XI-a Not used Starter
resistance
Air conditioning 150A Midi fuse -
XI-b 30A J-Case fuse - F2 Primary protection
compressor XVIII-b
Starter fuse box
XII Not used
XIX Not used 70A midi fuse -
XIII Not used F3 Primary protection of
XX Not used
Diagnosis inspection the ignition switch
XIV
connector F4 Not used
XV Not used
144 Vehicle Care

Vehicle Tools Wheels and Tyres The tyre pressures are indicated on
the label located as shown in the
The factory original tyres are illustration.
Tools suitable to the technical
characteristics of your vehicle and
offer optimum driving comfort and
safety.
Note
If it is necessary to replace the tyres
or wheels to a different size to those
fitted at factory, consult a Chevrolet
Dealer or a Chevrolet Authorised
Service Operations. The usage of
unsuitable tires or wheels might void
the warrantee.
Tires pressure inspection
The vehicle tools are located under It is essential to keep the tyres at
the cover and behind the the recommended inflation pressure
driver's seat. for confort, safety and reduced
They are: tyre wear.
. The Jack Check tyres pressure, weekly
including the spare wheel prior to
. The wheel bolt wrench any long journey or for loaded
. A tool that can be used as a vehicle. The tyres should be
screwdriver or a Philips checked when cold with a calibrated
screwdriver manometer.
. Towing hook
 Vehicle Care 145

Tyre Pressure Label A. Tyre Specifications After checking tyre pressure,

Information B. Tyre Positions remember to replace the inflation
valve protective covers again.
C. Normal Load Condition (up to
2 people). Wheel Balancing
D. Full Load Condition (2 people The wheels of your vehicle must be
+ load). balanced to prevent vibration in the
steering wheel, providing a safe and
E. Spare Tyre Information comfortable ride.
Incorrect tires inflation pressures Balance the wheels always when
increase the wear and affects the vibrations occur and when you have
vehicle's performance, passenger the tyres changed.
comfort and fuel consumption.
Caution
When rotating the tyres, it is
recommended that you check the
wheel and tyre balance.

Increased pressure resulting from

the tyres warming after a journey is
normal and it must not be reduced.
146 Vehicle Care

Tyre Inspection Check tyres regularly for damage Should the front tyres show greater
(foreign bodies, punctures, cuts, wear than the rear tyres, have both
cracks, bulges in sidewalls). front wheels exchanged with the
A damaged tyre could burst. rear wheels so that the tyres with
In the event of damage or abnormal deeper tread are on the front axle.
wear, consult a Dealer or a The owner must carry out a regular
Chevrolet Authorised Service inspection of the condition of vehicle
Operations to repair them and for and rotate the tyres at short
the calibration of front suspension intervals not exceeding
and steering alignment. 10000 kilometers.
The tyre rotation must be performed
Tyre Rotation as shown in the ilustration above.
The conditions of the tyres must be
checked periodically at a Dealer or
Tyre Conditions, Rim Chevrolet Autorized service
Conditions Operations, which are capable of
Driving over sharp edges can lead diagnosing irregular wear signals or
to hidden tyre damage and rim any fault that may compromise the
damage which is only noticed later product.
on: there is a danger of tyre Never include the temporary spare
blowout. tyre with tyres of different
Drive over edges slowly and at a dimensions on your vehicle (normal
right angle if possible. When use) in the tyre rotation due to size
parking, ensure that the tyres are differences.
not pressed against the edge of Check tread depth regularly.
the kerb.
 Vehicle Care 147

Caution
When It Is Time for New Caution (Continued)
Tyres
. Due to aging, the tire rubber . Note that the danger of
deteriorates. This is also aquaplaning is greater if the
valid for the spare tyre tyres are worm.
even if case it was not used.
. Tyre aging depends on The tyre must be also replaced if
many factors, including there are cuts, bulges on sidewalls
temperature, load conditions or any other deformation type.
and also tyre inflation
Note
pressure.
When replacing, use tyres of the
. A spare tyre, which was not same brand and dimensions as the
used within a 6-year period, originals replacing, preferably, the
should be used in whole the set on the same axle,
emergencies only. When front and rear.
this tyre is in use, drive at For safety reasons, tyres should be
low speeds. replaced before the tread depth has
worn down to 3 mm.
Different Tyre and Wheel
Types
Caution
.
{ Warning
The minimum tread depth is
1.6 mm. This information is The use of unsuitable tyres or
identified by TWI (Tread wheels may lead to accidents and
Wear Indicators) will invalidate the vehicle type
abbreviation, in the approval.
“shoulder” tires, as shown in
the illustration.
(Continued)
148 Vehicle Care

If the wheel covers and tyres used Carry out the wheel changes as
{ Warning are not factory approved, the tyres follows:
must not have a rim protection 1. Park on a level surface,
Do not use any size and type of ridge.
tyres and wheels different from if possible.
those originally installed on the Wheel covers must not impair brake 2. Switch on the hazard warning
vehicle. It can affect safety and cooling. flasher and apply the parking
performance of the vehicle. brake.
It could lead to handling failure or { Warning 3. Engage first or reverse gear.
rollover and serious injury. When
replacing tyres, make sure you Use of unsuitable tyres or wheel 4. Correctly set up the warning
install all four tyres and wheels of covers could lead to sudden triangle behind the vehicle.
the same size, type, tread, brand pressure loss and thereby
5. Block the wheel diagonally
and load-carrying capacity. The accidents.
opposite the wheel to be
use of any other tyre size or type changed by placing wedge
may seriously affect ride, Tyre Changing blocks, any available blocks of
handling, ground clearance, wood or rocks behind and in
stopping distance, body clearance When changing the wheel, take the front of it.
and speedometer reliability. following care:
6. Remove the wheel bolt cover
. Never crawl under a jacked-up (if equipped).
vehicle.
Wheel Covers . Do not start the engine during
Wheel covers and tyres that are the replacement.
factory approved for the respective
. Use the jack only to change
vehicle and comply with all of the
relevant wheel and tyre combination wheels.
requirements must be used.
 Vehicle Care 149

8. Observe the jack attaching jack claw (arrow) should cover

points (arrows). the vertical blade and it should
Note be fitted on the blade recess.
The lower parts of the engine 10. When turning the jack, be sure
compartment, such as control arms, the jack base edge is touching
engine mounts and rear axle should on the floor and it is positioned
not be used for supporting the jack, directly under the blade recess.
trestles or winches. Although such 11. Raise the vehicle, rotating the
damages could be imperceptible jack lever.
with naked eyes, the components
could be deformed, damaging the 12. Remove the wheel screws.
parts and affecting their operation. 13. Remove the hubcap (if
7. With the wheel bolt wrench, equipped).
loosen the wheel bolts from 1/2
14. Replace the wheel.
to 1 turn without
removing them. 15. With integral hubcap: before
installing the hubcap, check
what is the position of the
largest hole in the hubcap in
relation to the recess of the
nozzle filling the tyre and
reinstall the first screw in the
wheel hole, corresponding to
the position of the larger hole
of the dome. Install the hubcap
to the wheel, aligning the larger
9. Position the jack arm on the hole with the bolt already
closest fitting from the wheel installed
which will be replaced. The
150 Vehicle Care

Spare Wheel 1. Install the wheel wrench

chamfered portion (grooved
It is located under the vehicle cargo
end) to the spare wheel raising
deck, hung through a sustaining
system shaft.
grille.
2. Rotate the wheel wrench, by
Note
lowering the spare wheel to
Whenever removing the spare obtain access to the support
wheel, the vehicle should be on a attaching hook.
level surface. In case this condition
is not possible, or in case the
vehicle is loaded and one of the rear
tires is punctured, it is required to
raise the vehicle until reaching its
16. Install the bolts and tighten
free height in order to remove the
them partially.
spare wheel (about 3 mm).
17. Lower the vehicle.
To remove the spare wheel:
18. Tighten the bolts.
19. Store the wheel which was
removed, the tools, the jack
and the safety triangle.
20. Have the damaged tire
repaired; have it balanced and 3. Raise the spare wheel support
reinstall it on the vehicle, as and unlatch the hook.
soon as possible.
Note
Do not forget to apply the parking
brake and shifting into 1st or
reverse gear, before using the jack
for lifting the vehicle.
 Vehicle Care 151

If this vehicle is equipped with a The spare tyre is located in the load
temporary spare tyre, which has compartment beneath the floor
dimensions, pressure and useful life covering. It is secured in the recess
different from your vehicle's road with a wing nut.
tyres (regular use), only use it in The spare tyre well is not designed
emergency situations and replace it for all permitted tyre sizes. If a
as soon as possible, as soon the wheel is wider than the spare and
road tyre is repaired or replaced. must be stowed in the spare wheel
It is not recommended that the well after changing wheels, the floor
usage of the temporary spare tyre cover can be placed on the
exceeds a distance of 100 Km. The projecting tyre.
usage of the temporary spare tyre
may alter the vehicle's dynamic
4. Release the safety cable. behaviour, especially when making { Danger
5. Lower the support fully and turns and braking, however it does
Always use the temporary spare
remove the spare wheel. not affect safety, if used at speeds
below 80 Km/h. tyre at speeds below 80km/h and
6. When storing the wheel which for distances up to 100km.
was replaced, follow the The temporary spare tyre has a
removal reverse sequence, steel wheel.
putting the wheel with the outer
face downwards
7. Be sure the bolt is securely
tightened.
The spare wheel has a steel rim.
152 Vehicle Care

Jump Starting Warning (Continued)

4. Check that the auxiliary cables
do not have loose or missing
insulation.
explosion or damage to the
electrical systems of both 5. Avoid contact between jump
vehicles. lead terminals or with the
metallic part of the vehicles.
6. Switch off the ignition and
{ Warning disconnect all the electrical
circuits whose connection is
Avoid contact with eyes, skin, not necessary.
fabrics and painted surfaces. The
7. Securely apply the parking
fluid contains sulphuric acid which
brake lever. Move the gearshift
can cause injuries and damage in lever to neutral.
the event of direct contact.
A vehicle with a flat battery can be 8. Locate the positive (+) and
started using jump leads and the negative (–) terminals in the
Perform the operations in the batteries.
battery of another vehicle. This must following sequence:
be done with extreme care and
following the next instructions. 1. Check if the auxiliary battery
voltage is the same as that of
{ Warning the vehicle started.
2. Do not lean over the battery
Be extremely careful when during jump starting.
starting with jump leads. Any 3. With the auxiliary battery
deviation from the following installed in the other vehicle,
instructions can lead to injuries or avoid contact between the two
damage caused by battery vehicles.
(Continued)
 Vehicle Care 153

10. Start vehicle engine whose Start with Discharged Battery

battery is discharged. If the
Note
engine does not start after
several attempts, there might . Never start the engine with a
be repairs required. quick charger. This can cause
damages to electronic
11. Reverse above sequence components.
exactly when removing jump
leads. . Do not start the engine when
pushing or towing the vehicle;
Note otherwise the catalytic converter
The vehicle engine that supplies the may be damaged.
auxiliary start must be running
during the operation.
9. Connect the jump leads in the
indicated sequence: Note
. + with +: positive terminal In case the radio is on, it could be
seriously damaged. The repair cost
of the auxiliary battery (1)
will not be covered by the Warranty.
with the positive terminal of
the discharged battery (2).
Caution
. – with ground: negative
terminal of the auxiliary The fans and the other engine
battery (3) with a vehicle movable parts can cause serious
ground point at least 30 cm injuries. Keep the hands and
away from the battery and pieces of cloth away from the
from movable parts and/or movable parts when the engine is
heat (4).
running, or even with the engine
switched on.
154 Vehicle Care

Towing being towed should not be hung by

the suspension system; there is the
Attach the emergency cable or
chain to the emergency hook. Do
risk of damaging it. not attach the emergency cable to
Towing the Vehicle other portions of vehicle.
In case of using chains or straps for
securing the vehicle, take care not Avoid moving the vehicle abruptly.
to damage the tubing or wiring
harnesses.
Emergency Hook

Under emergency situations, which

require towing the vehicle,
preferably look for specialised The hole for installing the rear
companies having towing truck emergency hook is located on the
vehicles or official road assistance vehicle rear bumper,
using towing vehicles having right-hand side.
The emergency hook is located on
support for the wheels or platform the vehicle front end, The towing hook is located on the
type towing car. right-hand side. tool case, behind the driver's seat.
Note
When performing towing services
(vehicle is partially raised – rear or
front end), the vehicle which is
 Vehicle Care 155

Screw the emergency hook, turning Shift the gearshift lever into neutral.
it counterclockwise, with the aid of Warning (Continued)
Turn the key in the ignition switch to
the wheel wrench. Tighten it firmly. position I (ignition ON) so as to
. Do not pull the vehicle at
Avoid moving the vehicle abruptly. angle or suddenly, by enable the operation of brake lights,
Note means of the emergency horn and windshield wiper.
The lower parts of the engine hook. Apply a firm and Avoid sudden movements of the
compartment, such as control arms, continuous force. vehicle.
engine mounts and rear axle should . Whenever moving the With the engine turned off, the servo
not be used for supporting the jack, vehicle through the brake will not work, so a stronger
trestles or winches. Although such emergency hook, such force will be required for actuating
damages could be imperceptible procedure can only be the brakes.
with naked eyes, the components performed straight ahead,
could be deformed, damaging the riding short distances and In vehicles equipped with power
parts and affecting their operation. on flat and paved surfaces. steering, a stronger force will be
required for turning the steering
. Do not use the emergency
{ Warning hooks for removing the
wheel, because with the engine
turned off, the system will not work.
vehicle from mud, sand or
. Do not use emergency any other situation in which
hooks for towing the vehicle the vehicle may be moved
neither any other. Under due to its own driving force.
emergency situations that
require towing the vehicle, . Do not use the emergency
contact specialised towing hook when placing the
companies or official road vehicle over a platform.
aids, which use a towing
truck equipped with wheel
supports or platform.
(Continued)
156 Vehicle Care

Appearance Care . Do not spray water directly on

the radiator to not distort the
Waxing
Use silicone-wax on your vehicle if
radiator core and consequently
Exterior Care result in a less efficient system.
you notice beads on the paint after
rinsing. Do not use wax on plastic or
Here you will find information about Use air spray only. glass components since stains on
the periodical appearance care of . If desired, apply mild detergent them are difficult to get off.
your vehicle. Observing them is a or shampoo and, using sponge
prerequisite for servicing internal or soft towel, rub while flushing Polishing
and exterior trimming and paint the area. Remove all detergent Since most polishing products
claims under warranty. The or shampoo before it dries. contain abrasives, have specialised
recommendations presented in this servicing polish your vehicle.
section will prevent damage . Use a separate brush or towel to
resulting from the environmental clean windows so that they won't Paint Scratches and Foreign
effects your vehicle is exposed to be greasy. Material
. Using plenty of water and mild Any stone chips, fractures or deep
Exterior Clean
detergent clean the rubber trim scratches in the finish should be
The best way to preserve your of wiper blades. repaired right away at your
vehicle finish is to keep it clean by Chevrolet Dealer since bare metal
. Oil, asphalt or road dirt spotting
washing it often. will corrode quickly and may
may be removed with solvent.
Washing You are recommended not to develop into major corrosion. If you
wash the complete body with notice oil and tar stains, road
. Don't wash your vehicle in the signaling residues, tree sap, bird
direct rays of the sun. solvent.
dropping, chemicals from industrial
. First remove the antenna and lift . After washing dry it well. chimneys, ocean salt and others,
the windshield wipers. have them removed as soon as
possible. Use solvent to remove oil
. Then, to remove dust spray
stains, tar and paint residues (refer
water abundantly all over to Washing, under Exterior
the body. cleaning).
 Vehicle Care 157

Underbody be kept unclogged to prevent

water accumulation that results Caution (Continued)
Salty water and other corrosive
agents may accelerate early rust in rust.
finish parts do not use volatile
and deteriorate the underbody parts, Aluminum Wheels solvents such as acetone, paint
such as brake lines, floor pan, metal thinner, bleach or, reducing
panels, exhaust systems, brackets, The aluminum wheels receive
protection similar to the vehicle agents. Never use gasoline for
parking brake cables, etc. In cleaning purposes.
addition, soil debris, mud and dirt paint. Never use chemical products,
packed on fender opening will polishers or abrasive products or
collect humidity. To minimise brushes as these may damage the Note
damage, periodically flush these wheel protective layer.
Remember to get off stains as soon
materials from the underbody. Engine Compartment as possible before they remain.
Spraying Never wash the engine Carpets and Upholstery
Do not use oil spray on the compartment unnecessarily. Before . For good results vacuum and
underbody. Besides collecting road washing, protect the alternator, the
brush the area.
dust, the spray damages mounts, electronic ignition unit and the
master cylinder reservoir using . To remove light spotting or dirt,
gaskets, hoses, etc. use a brush or sponge wet in
plastic.
Doors water and mild soap.
1. Lubricate the lock drums with Interior Care . First use adhesive tape to
powder graphite. remove excess soil of greasy or
Caution oily stains. Then rub with a
2. Lubricate the door, rear lid and
benzene-wet cloth.
engine hood hinges and door
Many cleaning agents may be . Never apply too much cleaning
stoppers.
hazardous or flammable or may solvent; it will penetrate the
3. The openings located on the cause injury or damage your upholstery and result in damage.
door lower portion allow for vehicle too. So when cleaning
water to escape due to
(Continued)
washings or rain. They should
158 Vehicle Care

Door Panels, Plastic and Vinyl Windows

Parts . To remove tobacco, dust films
. Use a damp cloth only and then and vapors from plastic panels,
dry with dry cloth. wash often using chamois and a
. To remove grease or oil stains, solution of water and mild soap.
use a damp cloth and mild soap . Never use abrasive cleaners on
dissolved in water and then dry the window, because they may
with clean cloth. cause scratches and damage
the windows.
Console Switches
Never use cleaning products in the Front Panel
area of switches. Have them
cleaned with vacuum cleaners and Caution
a wet piece of cloth.
When exposed to the sun heat for
On Board Computer extended periods, the instrument
Clean using a dry piece of cloth, as panel upper region and the glove
chemical products or even water box interior may reach
may damage the on board computer temperatures as high as 100°C.
system. Therefore never use these areas
to store cigarette lighter, tapes,
Safety Belts
computer disks, compact discs,
Always keep them away from sun glasses, etc. that might
cutting or sharp objects. Periodically distort or even ignite when
inspect straps, buckles and anchor exposed to high temperatures.
points. If they are dirty, wash in mild There is the risk to damage the
soap and lukewarm water. Keep objects themselves and the
them clean and dry. vehicle as well.
 Service and Maintenance 159

Service and General Information Fuel Injectors

The fuel injectors are self-cleaning
Maintenance Service Information and they do not need periodic
cleaning.
Note
General Information The first 1000 km are very important Special Inspection:
Service Information . . . . . . . . . . . 159 to assure engine higher durability Should be performed at the end of
and ideal performance, so do not the first year of usage or at
Scheduled Maintenance drive for extended periods at very
Scheduled Maintenance . . . . . . 160 10000 km the vehicle has been
high or very low constant speeds. driven (whichever happens first),
Recommended Fluids, In order to ensure economical and without any cost to you - except for
Lubricants, and Parts safe vehicle operation and to normal wear items which are
Recommended Fluids and maintain the value of your vehicle, it described on the Warranty
Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161 is of vital importance that all Certificate – see instructions about
maintenance work is carried out at "Owner's Responsibilities". This
the proper intervals as specified. inspection can be performed by any
Chevrolet Dealer or Authorised
{ Warning Repair Shop, by presenting the
Warranty and Service Guide,
Never carry out any repairs or considering the mileage limits
engine adjustment, chassis or indicated (see instructions about
safety components on the vehicle Warranty Rules).
yourself. Due to the lack of
knowledge you might infringe the
environment protection laws or
safety. If the service is not carried
out properly it may endanger
yourself and the other road users.
160 Service and Maintenance

Performed by the Owner: Severe conditions use: Scheduled

. Check weekly the coolant level
in the expansion tank and fill it to
Severe use considers the following
conditions:
Maintenance
the level, if required, observing . When most trips demand idling The detailed and updated inspection
the mark indicated through an plan for your vehicle is available in
usage for a long time or
arrow next to the words “Frio/ the Warranty Policy and
continued operation in frequent
Cold” or “Kalt/Cold” that Maintenance Plan.
low revolution (as in the
indicates the maximum capacity “stop-and-go” of urban traffic).
of cooling liquid in the cooling
system tank. With the engine . When most trips do not exceed
cold, remove the cap, add to the 6 km (short trip) with the engine
surge tank a mixture of potable not totally heated.
water and additive for radiator. . Frequent operation on dusty
. Weekly inspect engine oil level roads and sand.
and top up, if necessary. . Frequent operation as trailer or
. Weekly inspect windscreen caravan tow.
washer reservoir level and top . Used as taxi, police vehicle or
up, if necessary. similar activity.
. Weekly inspect the tyre inflation . When the vehicle often remains
pressure, including spare tyre. stationary for more than 2 days.
. Stop the vehicle and check the . See Warranty and Service
handbrake operation. Guide.
 Service and Maintenance 161

Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts

Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
Only use products that have been tested and approved. Damage resulting from the use of non-approved materials will
not be covered by the warranty.
Lubricant/fluid Level inspection Change
Oil specified Dexos 1 or quality Refer to instructions
Engine oil - 1.4L / 1.8L
equivalent API SN, ILSAC GF5 or higher Weekly under Engine
petrol engines
and viscosity SAE 5W30. Oil 0 122
Mineral oil for transmission SAE 75W85), Does not require
Transmission In all inspections
helical gear, red colour change
Inspect level and if it is
below the minimum in
the tank, the leak must
Brakes DOT 4 ACDelco brake fluid In all inspections be corrected and the
fluid replaced
(Mandatory every
2 years²)
Power steering Does not require
Oil Dexron VI ACDelco¹. In all inspections
mechanism change
Potable water and additive for radiator¹
Cooling system (Petrol Every 150000 km or
(long life – orange colour) ACDelco (35% Weekly
engine) 5 years
to 50% ratio of additive)
162 Service and Maintenance

Lubricant/fluid Level inspection Change

A/C efficiency checked
Air conditioning in inspections. Does not require
Gas R134a
system If necessary a new change
gas load is made.
¹The General Motors use and recommend fluids and chemicals ACDelco or GM genuine parts.
²Whichever occurs first.

{ Warning
Operating materials are
hazardous and could be
poisonous. Handle with care. Pay
attention to information given on
the containers.
 Technical Data 163

Technical Data Vehicle Identification

Vehicle Identification
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163 Chassis Number Location
Vehicle Data . Stamping: On the floor, on the
Engine Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164 right side under the driver's seat.
Vehicle Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168 . Self-adhesive labels: On right
Vehicle Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . 170 front door pillar.
Capacities and
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171 . Nameplate: Visible through the
Tyre Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172 windscreen left hand edge, is
Tyre Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172 fixed at the top left of the
Towing Hitch Installation instrument panel
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
164 Technical Data

Vehicle Data
Engine Data
Engine 1.4L Petrol 1.8L Petrol
Fuel Petrol Petrol
Type Front transversal Front transversal
Number of cylinders 4 in line 4 in line
Firing sequence 1–3–4–2 1–3–4–2
Bore diameter 77.6 mm 80.5 mm
Piston stroke 73.4 mm 88.2 mm
Piston displacement 1.389 cm 3
1796 cm3
920 rpm (A/C off) 900 rpm (A/C off)
Idle speed
950 rpm (A/C on) 950 rpm (A/C on)
Compression ratio 9,8:1 10,5:1
Net maximum power 92.5 CV (68 kw) to 6,000 rpm 105 CV (77.2 kw) to 5,400 rpm
Net maximum torque 120 Y (12.2 mkgf) to 3,200 rpm 161 Y (16.4 mkgf) to 3,000 rpm
Revolution engine cutoff
6,300 rpm 6300 rpm
A/C = Air Conditioning
 Technical Data 165

Electrical System 1.4L Petrol 1.8L Petrol

Battery 50Ah 50Ah
80A without A/C 80A without A/C
Alternator
100A with A/C 100A with A/C
Spark plugs BPR5EY-D BPR6EY-D
Electrode gap 0.8 – 0.9 mm 0.8 – 0.9 mm
A/C = Air Conditioning
HPS = Hydraulic Power Steering

Transmission 1.4L Petrol 1.8L Petrol

1st gear 3,73:1
2nd gear 2,14:1
3rd gear 1,41:1
4th gear 1,12:1
5th gear 0,89:1
Reverse gear 3,63:1
Differential 4,19:1 3,94:1
166 Technical Data

Recommended Speeds For Gear Shifting

1.4L Petrol
1.8L Petrol
Gear Shifting Cold Engine Hot Engine
1st – 2nd 15 km/h 15 km/h
2nd – 3rd 35 km/h 35 km/h
3rd – 4th 50 km/h 50 km/h
4th – 5th 70 km/h 70 km/h

Max Speed By Gear 1.4L Petrol 1.8L Petrol

1st gear 46 km/h 49 km/h
2nd gear 80 km/h 85 km/h
3rd gear 121 km/h 129 km/h
4th gear 152 km/h 162 km/h
5th gear1 192 km/h 204 km/h
1
Maximum theoretical vehicle speed (calculated). Under normal conditions, flat track and windless, the vehicle does
not reach this speed
 Technical Data 167

Brakes
Type Diagonal splitting dual circuit brake system
Front Disc brake
Rear Drum brake
Fluid Heavy duty fluid DOT 4 ACDelco
Handbrake Mechanical, rear wheels actuation

Steering Geometry Front Rear Turning Diameter (m)

Camber¹ -0°26' to –1°3' −2°12' to −1°00' -
Cross Camber (Left - Right)¹ −0°45' to 0°45' −0°45' to 0°45' -
Caster¹ 0°56' to 2°26' - -
Cross Caster (Left - Right)¹ −0°45' to 0°45' - -
Thrust angle (Left - Right) / 2¹ - −0°18 to 0°18' -
Toe-in¹ 0°15' to 0°39' 0°00' to 0°50' -
From wall to wall - - 11,6
Turning circle diameter - - 11,3
¹ Curb (without seat load)
168 Technical Data

Vehicle Weight
1.4 L Petrol
Conquest Club Sport
Base Version Full Version
Overall gross mass 1850
Gross axle load rating
850
(front)
Gross axle load
1050
rating (rear)
Overall combined gross
2300
mass (tow without brake)
Overall combined gross
2600
mass (with brake)
Payload 768 743 743 713
Curb mass 1082 1107 1107 1137
Curb mass (front) 654 677 677 695
Curb mass (rear) 429 431 431 442
All measurements are in kg.
 Technical Data 169

1.8 L Petrol
Conquest Club Sport
Overall gross mass 1850
Gross axle load rating
850
(front)
Gross axle load
1050
rating (rear)
Overall combined gross
2300
mass (tow without brake)
Overall combined gross
3050
mass (with brake)
Payload 733 703
Curb mass 1117 1147
Curb mass (front) 686 685 703
Curb mass (rear) 431 432 444
All measurements are in kg.
170 Technical Data

Vehicle Dimensions C. Overall width – 1700 J. Cargo deck height – 525; (with
D. Overall width (from rearview bedliner – 508)
All the dimensions are in
millimetres. mirror to rearview mirror) – 1918

K. Cargo deck inner width – 1340

A. Overall Height up to the roof: E. Distance between the front L. Overall inner length – 1680
with 185/65 R14 tyres – 1578 wheel centre and the front M. Width between the wheel wells
bumper – 844 – 1119
with 185/60 R15 tyres – 1579
F. Wheelbase – 2669 N. Width at load floor – 1324
Overall Height up to the
roof bar: G. Distance between the rear
wheel centre and the rear
with 185/65 R14 tyres – 1630 bumper – 1001
with 185/60 R15 tyres – 1631 H. Overall length – 4514
B. Tread: I. Ground clearance:
‐ Front – 1429 ‐ with 185/65 R14 tyres – 145
‐ Rear – 1439 ‐ with 185/60 R15 tyres – 146
 Technical Data 171

Capacities and Specifications

LUBRICANTS AND FLUIDS CAPACITIES 1.4L Petrol
1.8L Petrol
Engine crankcase (without oil filter) 3.25 l
Engine crankcase (with oil filter) 3.50 l
Manual gear box 1.60 l
Cooling system 5.50 l
Brake system 0.45 l
Window washer 2.60 l
Power steering fluid 0.95 l
Fuel tank 56 l
Air conditioning system 500 g
172 Technical Data

Tyre Information
WHEELS
Stamped steel 5½J x 14
Wheels Light metal alloy 6J x 14 (If available)
Light metal alloy 6J x 15 (If available)
185/65 R14 86H
Tyres
185/60 R15 94T
Spare tyre¹ Spare wheel (steel), rim 5½J x 14, with radial tyre 185/65 R14 86H
¹ In vehicles equipped with a temporary spare tyre (different from the running tyres), it is recommendable not to use
the spare tyre at distances longer than 100 km and speeds above of 80 km/h nor include it in any tyre rotation due
to the dimension differences.

Tyre Pressure
Normal load (Until 2 occupants) Full load
Tyres¹ Front Rear Front Rear
185/65 R14 86H
210 (30)² 235 (34)² 210 (30)² 310 (45)²
185/60 R15 94T

Spare Tyre
185/65 R14 86H 310 (45)²
¹ Tyre data is related to cold tyres. The tyre pressure which is increasing in driving operation must not be reduced.
² The first specification is in KPa and the second, between parentheses, is in psi.
 Technical Data 173

Towing Hitch Installation . Bad or poor connection of the

electrical components (wiring,
Dimensions socket, connectors, etc.) may
cause damage to the vehicle
and/or rear tow coupling.
. Do not leave the tow coupling's
accessories linked when the
vehicle's engine is turned off,
because this may cause the
discharge of the vehicle's
battery.
. The installation of the rear tow
coupling in vehicles equipped
with parking sensors
(Chevrolet's accessory) will
Information About Installation of require the reprogramming of
Rear Tow Coupling this system (see manufacturer's
manual of the parking sensor).
The points of attachment of the rear
tow coupling must be located within . Always observe the maximum
the areas "A" of the vehicle towing traction capacity
structure, as illustrated above. recommended in this Section.
Note
. For your own safety, respect the
installation instructions of the
manufacturer of the rear tow
coupling.
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Index A
Accessories and
B
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Disconnect Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . .115
Adjustable Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine . . . . . . . 123 Power Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81
Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Blade Replacement, Wiper . . . . . 133
Air Conditioning Regular Bonnet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Brake
Airbags System Warning Light . . . . . . . . . .64
On-Off Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Readiness Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62 Antilock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
AM-FM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Antenna Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Fixed Mast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83 Bulb Replacement
Anti-theft Fog Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Locking System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Halogen Headlamps . . . . . . . . . . 134
Antilock Brake System (ABS) . . . 105 Headlamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64 Headlamps, Front Turn
Appearance Care Signal, Sidemarker, and
Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156 Parking Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157 Interior Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Automatic License Plate Lamps . . . . . . . . . 138
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Taillamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Light Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75
 Index 175

C Coolant E
Capacities and Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 Electrical System
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171 Engine Temperature Gauge . . . .61 Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Car Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Engine Temperature Relay Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Cargo Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65 Emission Information . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 Covers Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Catalytic Converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148 Air Cleaner/Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Central Locking System . . . . . . . . . 20 Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 Check and Service Engine
Charging System Light . . . . . . . . . . 63 Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Soon Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Compartment Overview . . . . . . . .119
D
Child Restraint Installation Data Chart Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Coolant Temperature Gauge . . . .61
Child Restraints Dimensions Coolant Temperature
Installation Locations . . . . . . . . . . .44 Towing Hitch Installation . . . . . . 173 Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170 Fan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Cleaning Door Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Exterior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156 Ajar Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66 Engine Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Interior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157 Central Locking System . . . . . . . .20 Entry Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Climate Control Systems Manual Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Exterior Lamp Controls . . . . . . . . . . 74
Heating and Ventilation . . . . . . . . .84 Driver Information F
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Centre (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Fan
Cluster, Instrument . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Driving Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Better Fuel Economy . . . . . . . . . . .90 Filter,
Load . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89 Engine Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Luggage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . . .98 Fire Extinguisher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Control of a Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 If the Vehicle is Stuck . . . . . . . . . . .99 Fixed Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Off-Road . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95 Fixed Mast Aerial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Wet Roads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96 Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
176 Index

Flat Tyre Gauges (cont'd) I

Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148 Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60 Ignition Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Fluid Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60 Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130 Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Indicator and Lane-Change
Power Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129 Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
H
Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129 Information
Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . . . . 77
Fog Lamps Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Information on Loading the
Headlamps
Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79 Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Automatic Light Control . . . . . . . . .75
Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Folding Seat-back . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Instrument Panel
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77
Front Fog Lamp Storage Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
Halogen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66 Instrument Panel Overview . . . . . . 56
Headlamps, Front Turn
Front Seats Interior Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Signal, Sidemarker, and
Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Parking Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Fuel
Main-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . . .66 J
Economy, Driving for Better . . . . .90
Main/Dipped Beam Changer . . . .76 Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
Filling the Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
Heating and Ventilation
K
Low Fuel Warning Light . . . . . . . . .65 Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . . . . 98 L
Relay Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 Lamps
Hooks and Load Rails . . . . . . . . . . . 51
G Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12, 57 Exterior Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74
Gauges How to Wear Safety Belts Front Fog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79
Engine Coolant Temperature . . .61 Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80, 139
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61 Malfunction Indicator . . . . . . . . . . .63
Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62 Number Plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Rev Counter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
 Index 177

Lamps (cont'd) Load Rails and Hooks . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Mirrors

Taillamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 LoadCompartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Convex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Lifting the Vehicle, Tyres . . . . . . . . 115 Loading the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Folding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Lighting Locking Systems, Anti-theft . . . . . . 22 Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80 Locks Manual Rearview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Illumination Control . . . . . . . . . . . . .79 Automatic Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Theatre Dimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80 Central Locking System . . . . . . . .20
N
Lights Manual Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
New Vehicle Running-In . . . . . . . . 100
Airbag Readiness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62 Low Fuel Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . 65
Antilock Brake System Luggage Compartment . . . . . . . . . . 49 O
(ABS) Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64 Off-Road . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
M Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95
Automatic Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75
Main-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Brake System Warning . . . . . . . . .64 Oil
Maintenance
Charging System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63 Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Air Conditioning Regular
Door Ajar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66 Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87
Engine Coolant Temperature Other Service Items
Maintenance Schedule
Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65 Air Conditioning System . . . . . . . .85
Recommended Fluids and
Engine Oil Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . .65 Outlets
Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77 Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
Scheduled Maintenance . . . . . . 160
Front Fog Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66 Overheating, Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Malfunction Indicator Lamp . . . . . . 63
Low Fuel Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65 Overview
Manual Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Main-Beam On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66 Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Main/Dipped Beam Changer . . . .76 P
Manual Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Safety Belt Reminders . . . . . . . . . .62 Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Memorised Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63 Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Messages
Trailer Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66 Over Things That Burn . . . . . . . 102
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70
Lights, Hazard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 Pass, Car . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Mileometer
Load Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Trip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
178 Index

Power S Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Fluid, Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59 Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 Wheel Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
Protection, Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81 Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 Storage
Steering Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129 How to Wear Safety Belts Fire Extinguisher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 Load Compartment . . . . . . . . . 22, 50
Pregnancy, Using Safety Belts . . . 35 Reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62 Luggage Compartment . . . . . . . . .49
Pressure Three-Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116
Tyre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172 Use During Pregnancy . . . . . . . . . .35 Storage Areas
Scheduled Maintenance . . . . . . . . 160 Cargo Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
R
Seats Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
Radio Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Adjustment, Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 Information on Loading the
Radios
Folding Seat-back . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
AM-FM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
Rear View Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
Rear Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Accessories and Stuck Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Recommended Fluids and
Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113 Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161
Engine Soon Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63 Switch, Battery Disconnect . . . . . 115
Relay Center, Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Service and Maintenance Switches
Remote Control
Service Information . . . . . . . . . . . 159 Airbag On-Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Service Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159 System
Rev Counter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Settings Roof Rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
Roads
Memorised . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 System Check Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Driving, Wet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96
Signals, Turn and
Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 T
Rotation, Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 Lane-Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 Taillamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Running-In, New Vehicle . . . . . . . 100 Specifications and Technical Data
Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171 Tyre Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
 Index 179

Technical Data (cont'd) U When It Is Time for New

Tyre Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172 Using This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Theatre Dimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Windows
Theft-Deterrent Systems
V
Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Vehicle
Immobiliser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90
Three-Point Safety Belt . . . . . . . . . . 35 Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Identification Number (VIN) . . . 163
Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Windshield
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70
Tires and Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 Wiper/Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . . . 133
Vehicle Data Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Towing
Vehicle Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
Hitch Installation
Vehicle Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
Vehicle Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
Ventilation
Trailer Indicator Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Adjustable Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86
Triangle, Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Fixed Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87
Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Turn Signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Tyre and Wheels W
Different Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147 Warning
Tyre Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172 Brake System Light . . . . . . . . . . . . .64
Tyre Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172 Warning Triangle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Tyres Warnings
Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148 Hazard Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77
Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Lifting the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115 Weights
Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
When It Is Time for New Wheel Covers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147 Wheels and Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144