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Engine Oil If the LOW OIL light appears on the instrument panel, it means you need to check your engine oil level right away. For more information, see "Low Oil Light" in the Index. You should check your engine oil level regularly; this is an added reminder. Checking Engine Oil It's a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground. The engine oil dipstick handle is the yellow loop located near the back of the engine. See "Engine Compartment Overview" in the Index for more information on location. Do not check the 5.7L V8 engine oil level after the engine has been sitting overnight. A higher than normal reading might be obtained. Check oil level with the oil warm. 6-12

Section	Page
2001 Chevrolet Camaro Owner's Manual	1
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How to Wear Safety Belts Properly	24
Adults	24
Driver Position	24
Lap-Shoulder Belt	24
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy	30
Right Front Passenger Position	31
Air Bag System	32
How the Air Bag System Works	34
Where are the air bags?	34
When should an air bag inflate?	35
What makes an air bag inflate?	35
How does an air bag restrain?	36
What will you see after an air bag inflates?	36
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle	37
Rear Seat Passengers	38
Lap-Shoulder Belt	38
Children	41
Infants and Young Children	41
Restraint Systems for Children	45
Where to Put the Restraint	48
Top Strap	49
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position	50
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position	52
Older Children	55
Safety Belt Extender	58
Checking Your Restraint Systems	58
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash	58
Section 2 Features and Controls	59
Windows	60
Manual Windows	60
Power Windows (Option)	61
Keys	62
Door Locks	64
Power Door Locks (Option)	65
Last Door Closed Locking (If Equipped)	65
Lockout Prevention (If Equipped)	66
Leaving Your Vehicle	66
Keyless Entry System (Option)	66
Operation	68
Alarm/Panic Mode	68
Transmitter Verification (If Equipped)	68
Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle	69
Battery Replacement	70
Resynchronization	71
Hatch	71
Hatch Release	72
Remote Hatch Release (If Equipped)	72
Trunk Release Handle (If Equipped)	73
Theft	73
Key in the Ignition	73
Parking at Night	74
Parking Lots	74
Content Theft-Deterrent/Alarm System (Option)	74
Arming the System	74
Turning Off the Alarm	75
Shock Sensor	75
Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter Locking	76
Power Door Lock Switch Locking	76
Passive Arming	77
Disarming the System	77
PASS-Key II	77
Feature Customization (If Equipped)	79
Entering Programming Mode	80
Exit Lighting and Delayed Illumination	80
Programmable Modes	80
Last Door Closed Locking and Lockout Prevention	81
Programmable Modes	81
Remote Keyless Entry Verification	82
Programmable Modes	82
Theft-Deterrent Arming Method	83
Programmable Modes	83
Theft-Deterrent Arming Verification	84
Programmable Modes	84
Driver s Door Alarm Delay and Shock Sensor Enable	85
Programmable Modes	85
Exiting Programming Mode	86
New Vehicle Break-In	86
Ignition Positions	87
Key Release Button (If Equipped)	88
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)	89
Starting Your Engine	89
Automatic Transmission	89
Manual Transmission	89
Starting Your 3800 Series II V6 Engine	90
Starting Your 5.7L V8 Engine	91
Engine Coolant Heater (Canada Only)	92
To Use the Engine Coolant Heater	92
Automatic Transmission Operation	93
Second-Gear Start (V6 Automatic) (If Equipped)	96
Manual Transmission Operation	97
Shift Speeds	99
Skip Shift Light (5.7L V8 Engine)	99
Computer- Aided Manual Transmission Shift Speeds	100
Parking Brake	100
Shifting Into PARK (P) (Automatic Transmission Only)	102
Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running (Automatic Transmission Only)	103
Torque Lock (Automatic Transmission)	103
Shifting Out of PARK (P) (Automatic Transmission Only)	104
Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transmission Models Only)	104
Parking Over Things That Burn	105
Engine Exhaust	105
Running Your Engine While You re Parked (Automatic Transmission)	106
Limited-Slip Rear Axle	107
Horn	107
Tilt Wheel	107
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever	108
Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator	109
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer	109
Windshield Wipers	110
Windshield Washer	110
Cruise Control (Option)	111
Setting Cruise Control	112
Resuming a Set Speed	112
Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control	112
Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control	113
Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control	113
Using Cruise Control on Hills	113
Ending Out of Cruise Control	113
Erasing Speed Memory	113
Exterior Lamps	114
Headlamps on Reminder	114
Daytime Running Lamps / Automatic Headlamp Control (If Equipped)	114
Fog Lamps (Option)	115
Interior Lamps	116
Instrument Panel Brightness Control	116
Courtesy Lamps	116
Delayed Illumination	117
Exit Lighting	117
Front Map Lamps	117
Mirrors	117
Inside Day/Night Rearview Mirror	117
Outside Manual Adjustable Mirror	117
Manual Remote Control Mirror	117
Power Remote Control Mirrors (If Equipped)	118
Convex Outside Mirror	118
Storage Compartments	119
Glove Box	119
Front Console	119
Cassette and Compact Disc Storage	119
Cargo Cover	119
Using the Cargo Cover	119
Removing the Cargo Cover	120
Ashtray and Cigarette Lighter	121
Sun Visors	121
Visor Vanity Mirror	121
Accessory Power Outlet	122
Floor Mats	122
T-Top Roof Panels (Option)	123
Removing the T-Top Roof Panels	123
Storing the T-Top Roof Panels	124
Installing the T-Top Roof Panels	126
T-Top Sunshades	128
Convertible Top (If Equipped)	130
Lowering Your Convertible Top	130
Installing the Boot Cover	132
Removing Your Boot Cover	133
Raising Your Convertible Top	135
The Instrument Panel Your Information System	138
Instrument Panel Cluster	140
Speedometer and Odometer	141
Trip Odometer	141
Tachometer	142
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators	142
Safety Belt Reminder Light	142
Air Bag Readiness Light	143
Voltmeter	144
Brake System Warning Light	144
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light	145
ASR (Acceleration Slip Regulation) System Warning Light (Option)	146
Low Traction Light	146
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage	147
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light in the United States or Check Engine Light in Canada)	147
If the Light Is Flashing	148
If the Light Is On Steady	149
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs	150
Oil Pressure Gage	150
Low Oil Light	151
Oil Change Light	152
Service Vehicle Light	152
Check Gages Light	153
Hatch Ajar Light	153
Fuel Gage	153
Low Fuel Light	154
Reduced Engine Power Light (V6 Engine Only)	154
Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems	155
Comfort Controls	156
Fan Knob	156
Temperature Knob	156
Air Knob	156
Cooling	157
Heating	157
Bi- Level	157
Defogging and Defrosting	158
Rear Window Defogger (Option)	158
Ventilation System	159
Ventilation Tips	159
Audio Systems	160
Setting the Clock for Systems without Automatic Tone Control	160
Setting the Clock for Systems with Automatic Tone Control	160
AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player	160
Playing the Radio	160
Finding a Station	161
Setting the Tone	162
Adjusting the Speakers	162
Playing a Cassette Tape	162
CD Adapter Kits	163
Monsoon AM-FM Stereo with CassetteTape Player and Automatic Tone Control (If Equipped)	163
Playing the Radio	164
Finding a Station	164
Setting the Tone	165
Adjusting the Speakers	166
Playing a Cassette Tape	166
CD Adapter Kits	168
Monsoon AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and Automatic Tone Control (If Equipped)	169
Playing the Radio	169
Finding a Station	169
Setting the Tone	170
Adjusting the Speakers	171
Playing a Compact Disc	171
Trunk-Mounted CD Changer (If Equipped)	173
Compact Disc Changer Errors	176
Theft-Deterrent Feature (If Equipped)	177
Activating the Theft- Deterrent Feature	177
Unlocking the Theft-Deterrent Feature After a Power Loss	178
Disabling the Theft- Deterrent Feature	178
Audio Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped)	179
Understanding Radio Reception	180
AM	180
FM Stereo	180
Tips About Your Audio System	180
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player	181
Care of Your Compact Discs	182
Care of Your Compact Disc Player	182
Fixed Mast Antenna	182
Section 4 Your Driving and the Road	183
Defensive Driving	184
Drunken Driving	185
Control of a Vehicle	188
Braking	188
Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)	189
Using Anti- Lock	191
Braking in Emergencies	191
ASR (Acceleration Slip Regulation) System (Option)	191
Steering	193
Power Steering	193
Steering Tips	193
Driving on Curves	193
Steering in Emergencies	194
Off-Road Recovery	195
Passing	195
Loss of Control	197
Skidding	197
Driving at Night	198
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads	199
Hydroplaning	201
Driving Through Deep Standing Water	201
Driving Through Flowing Water	202
Some Other Rainy Weather Tips	202
City Driving	202
Freeway Driving	203
Before Leaving on a Long Trip	204
Highway Hypnosis	205
Hill and Mountain Roads	206
Winter Driving	207
Driving on Snow or Ice	208
If You re Caught in a Blizzard	210
Recreational Vehicle Towing	211
Loading Your Vehicle	212
Towing a Trailer	214
If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer	215
Weight of the Trailer	215
Weight of the Trailer Tongue	216
Total Weight on Your Vehicle s Tires	217
Hitches	217
Safety Chains	217
Trailer Brakes	217
Driving with a Trailer	218
Following Distance	218
Passing	218
Backing Up	218
Making Turns	218
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer	219
Driving On Grades	219
Parking on Hills	219
When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill	220
Maintenance When Trailer Towing	220
Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing	220
Section 5 Problems on the Road	221
Hazard Warning Flashers	222
Other Warning Devices	223
Jump Starting	223
Towing Your Vehicle	227
Engine Overheating	228
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode	228
If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine	228
If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine	229
Cooling System	230
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank	232
How to Add Coolant to the Radiator (3800 V6 Engine Only)	234
How to Add Coolant to the Radiator (V8 Engine Only)	238
If a Tire Goes Flat	240
Changing a Flat Tire	241
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools	242
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire	245
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools	251
Compact Spare Tire	253
If You re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow	254
Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out	254
Section 6 Service and Appearance Care	255
Service	256
Doing Your Own Service Work	256
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle	257
Fuel	257
Fuels in Foreign Countries	259
Filling Your Tank	260
Filling a Portable Fuel Container	262
Checking Things Under the Hood	262
Hood Release	263
Engine Compartment Overview	264
Engine Oil	266
Checking Engine Oil	266
When to Add Engine Oil	267
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use	268
Engine Oil Additives	271
When to Change Engine Oil	271
How to Reset the Oil Change Light	271
What to Do with Used Oil	271
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter	272
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Replacement	273
Automatic Transmission Fluid	274
When to Check and Change	274
How to Check	275
Checking the Fluid Level	276
How to Add Fluid	277
Manual Transmission Fluid	278
When to Check	278
How to Check	278
How to Add Fluid	279
Hydraulic Clutch	279
When to Check and What to Use	280
How to Check and Add Fluid	280
Rear Axle	280
When to Check and Change Lubricant	280
How to Check Lubricant	280
What to Use	280
Standard Differential	280
Limited-Slip Differential	281
Engine Coolant	281
What to Use	282
Checking Coolant	283
Adding Coolant to the Recovery Tank	283
Radiator Pressure Cap	284
Power Steering Fluid	284
When to Check Power Steering Fluid	285
How to Check Power Steering Fluid	285
What to Use	285
Windshield Washer Fluid	286
What to Use	286
Adding Washer Fluid	286
Brakes	287
Brake Fluid	287
Checking Brake Fluid	288
What to Add	288
Brake Wear	289
Brake Pedal Travel	290
Brake Adjustment	290
Replacing Brake System Parts	290
Battery	291
Vehicle Storage	291
Bulb Replacement	291
Halogen Bulbs	291
Headlamps	292
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp	293
Rear Lamps	293
Sidemarker	294
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement	295
Wiper Blade Element Replacement	296
Tires	297
Inflation -- Tire Pressure	298
When to Check	299
How to Check	299
Tire Inspection and Rotation	299
When It s Time for New Tires	301
Buying New Tires	301
Uniform Tire Quality Grading	302
Treadwear	303
Traction AA, A, B, C	303
Temperature A, B, C	303
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance	303
Wheel Replacement	304
Used Replacement Wheels	305
Tire Chains	305
Appearance Care	306
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle	306
Cleaning of Fabric/Carpet	306
Using Multi-Purpose Interior Cleaner on Fabric	307
Special Fabric Cleaning Problems	307
Cleaning Vinyl	308
Cleaning Leather	308
Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel	308
Cleaning Interior Plastic Components	308
Care of Safety Belts	308
Cleaning Glass Surfaces	309
Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield and Wiper Blades	309
Weatherstrips	309
Cleaning a Removable Roof Panel	310
Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle	310
Washing Your Vehicle	310
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses	310
Finish Care	310
Cleaning Your Convertible Top	311
Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome- Plated Wheels (If Equipped)	312
Cleaning Tires	312
Sheet Metal Damage	312
Finish Damage	313
Underbody Maintenance	313
Chemical Paint Spotting	313
GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials	314
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)	315
Engine Identification	315
Service Parts Identification Label	315
Electrical System	316
Add-On Electrical Equipment	316
Headlamps	316
Windshield Wipers	316
Power Windows and Other Power Options	316
Fuses and Circuit Breakers	317
Main Fuse Block	318
Underhood Electrical Center	320
Replacement Bulbs	322
Capacities and Specifications	323
Engine Specifications	323
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts	324
Vehicle Dimensions	324
Section 7 Maintenance Schedule	325
Introduction	326
Your Vehicle and the Environment	326
Maintenance Requirements	326
How This Section is Organized	327
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services	328
Using Your Maintenance Schedule	328
Scheduled Maintenance	329
Footnotes	329
Scheduled Maintenance	330
Engine Oil Scheduled Maintenance	330
Scheduled Maintenance	331
Part B: Owner Checks and Services	341
At Each Fuel Fill	341
Engine Oil Level Check	341
Engine Coolant Level Check	341
Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check	341
At Least Once a Month	341
Tire Inflation Check	341
Cassette Deck Service	341
At Least Twice a Year	341
Restraint System Check	341
Wiper Blade Check	342
Weatherstrip Lubrication	342
Manual Transmission Check	342
Automatic Transmission Check	342
Hydraulic Clutch System Check	342
At Least Once a Year	342
Key Lock Cylinders Service	342
Body Lubrication Service	342
Starter Switch Check	343
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check	343
Ignition Transmission Lock Check	344
Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission PARK (P) Mechanism Check	344
Underbody Flushing Service	344
Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections	345
Steering and Suspension Inspection	345
Exhaust System Inspection	345
Engine Cooling System Inspection	345
Throttle System Inspection (Except 3800 Series V6 Engine)	346
Rear Axle Service	346
Brake System Inspection	346
Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants	347
Part E: Maintenance Record	349
Section 8 Customer Assistance Information	351
Customer Satisfaction Procedure	352
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users	354
Customer Assistance Offices	354
United States	354
Canada	355
Mexico, Central America and Caribbean Islands/ Countries (Except Puerto Rico and U. S. Virgin Islands)	355
GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities	355
Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Program	356
Canadian Roadside Assistance	357
Courtesy Transportation	358
Plan Ahead When Possible	358
Transportation Options	358
Shuttle Service	358
Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement	358
Courtesy Rental Vehicle	359
Additional Program Information	359
Warranty Information	359
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT	360
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT	360