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A CAUTION: Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly. They are under pressure, and you turn the radiator if pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed. Never turn the cap the when cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap, is hot. Wait for the cooling system and radiator pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap. -- -- 5-18

Section	Page
Table of Contents	2
Seats and Restraint Systems	8
Seats and Seat Controls	9
Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone	15
Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts -- and the Answers	19
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly	20
Driver Position	20
Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) System	27
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy	33
Right Front Passenger Position	33
Center Front Passenger Position (4-Door Models)	33
Rear Seat Passengers	35
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults (4-Door Models)	38
Center Rear Passenger Position (4-Door Models)	41
Children	42
ChiId Restraints	44
Larger Children	51
Safety Belt Extender	54
Checking Your Restraint Systems	54
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash	55
Features and Controls	58
Keys	59
Keyless Entry System	63
Endgate/Liftgate	66
Theft	69
New Vehicle "Break-In"	70
Ignition Positions	70
Starting Your Engine	72
Engine Coolant Heater	74
Automatic Transmission Operation	75
Manual Transmission	78
Locking Rear Axle	80
All-Wheel Drive	80
Four-wheel Drive	80
Parking Brake	86
Shifting Into PARK (P) (Automatic Transmission Models Only)	87
Shifting Out of PARK (P) (Automatic Transmission)	90
Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transmission Models Only)	90
Parking Over Things That Burn	91
Engine Exhaust	91
Running Your Engine While You’re Parked (Automatic Transmission)	92
Windows	93
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever	95
Exterior Lamps	102
Mirrors	106
Accessory Power Outlets	120
Sunroof	120
Universal Transmitter	121
Instrument Panel	124
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators	129
Comfort Controls and Audio Systems	140
Comfort Controls	141
Climate Control System	141
Air Conditioning	142
Heating	142
Ventilation System	143
Defogging and Defrosting	144
Rear Window Defogger	144
Audio Systems	145
Setting the Clock	145
Setting the Clock for AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and Automatic Tone Control	145
AM-FM Stereo	145
AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player	147
AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and Equalizer	149
AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and Automatic Tone Control	152
Theft-Deterrent Feature	156
Understanding Radio Reception	158
Tips About Your Audio System	158
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player	159
Care of Your Compact Discs	160
Fixed Mast Antenna	160
Your Driving and the Road	162
Defensive Driving	163
Drunken Driving	164
Control of a Vehicle	167
Braking	167
Steering	170
Off-Road Recovery	172
Passing	173
Loss of Control	174
Driving Guidelines	175
Driving at Night	189
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads	190
City Driving	193
Freeway Driving	194
Before Leaving on a Long Trip	195
Highway Hypnosis	196
Hill and Mountain Roads	196
Winter Driving	202
Recreational Vehicle Towing (Four-wheel Drive with the Manual Shift Transfer Case Only)	202
Recreational Vehicle Towing (Except Four-wheel Drive with the Manual Shift Transfer Case)	203
Loading Your Vehicle	203
Towing a Trailer	206
Problems on the Road	218
Hazard Warning Flashers	219
Other Warning Devices	219
Jump Starting	220
Towing Your Vehicle	224
Engine Overheating	229
Engine Fan Noise	239
If a Tire Goes Flat	239
Changing a Flat Tire	240
Compact Spare Tire	252
If You're Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow	253
Service and Appearance Care	256
Fuel	258
Fuels in Foreign Countries	259
Filling Your Tank	260
Checking Things Under the Hood	261
Engine Oil	264
Air Cleaner	268
Automatic Transmission Fluid	269
Manual Transmission Fluid	273
Hydraulic Clutch	273
Rear Axle	275
Four-wheel Drive and All-Wheel Drive	276
Engine Coolant	278
Radiator Pressure Cap	281
Thermostat	281
Power Steering Fluid	281
Windshield Washer Fluid	282
Brakes	283
Battery	287
Bulb Replacement	288
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement	293
Tires	295
Appearance Care	304
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle	304
Care of Safety Belts	307
Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle	309
Appearance Care Materials Chart	312
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)	313
Service Parts Identification Label	313
Electrical System	313
Replacement Bulbs	317
Capacities and Specifications	318
Air Conditioning Refrigerants	319
Maintenance Schedule	320
Introduction	321
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services	323
Short Trip/City Definition	324
Short Trip/City Intervals	324
Long Trip/Highway Definition	325
Long Trip/Highway Intervals	325
Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule	326
Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule	349
Part B: Owner Checks and Services	365
Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections	369
Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants	371
Part E: Maintenance Record	374
Customer Assistance Information	376
Customer Satisfaction Procedure	377
Address for Writing to Chevrolet/Geo	379
Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users	379
Chevrolet/Geo Roadside Assistance Program	380
Phone Number for Roadside Assistance	380
Canadian Roadside Assistance	382
Chevrolet/Geo Courtesy Transportation	383
BBB Autoline Information	384
Warranty Information	385
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States	385
Reporting Safety Defects to Canada	386
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors	386
Ordering Service Publications in Canada	386
How to Order Service Publications	387
Order Form for Service Publications	388