1981 CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO Owners Manual

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine The reminder chime is actuated only when the ignition -switch is--turned to
"OFF," "LOCK" or "ACCESSORY" position,
When the parking lamps or headlamps are
to be operated with the key in the
OFF position , the reminder chime can be shut off by turning the light switch
knob until the instrument cluster lights are not on.
Electric Clock
Reset the dock by pulling out the knOb and turning the hand s clockwise ~
slow, counterclockwise if fast. This is designed to, if the clock error is five minutes or mo"e~ -automatically --'compensate for time gain or ,lag. Several
resettings, several days apart, may be needed to properly adjust the clock
meChanism.
Cigarette Lighter
The cigarette lighter is located to the right of the heater control. To operate,
. push it in. When it becomes heated, it
automatically pops out ready for use .
Electric Trunk Release
An electric trunk release is available which permrts opening the trunk from'
inside the car. With the ignition key on, pUsh the release button located in the .
glove box.
Always
lock . the glove compartment when leaving the car unattended to prevent unauthorized entry into·tne trurik .
VENTILATION SYSTEM
.• _<, YOUf.,v.~Jc.le (air conditioned Of non -air conditioned) is equipped with a flow­through ventilation system which brings outside air into the vehicle through the
air inlet a
nd exhausts it through the valves in the rear body lock pillars. (See
illustration).
FRONT INLET GRILLE
Basic Operating Tip!!:
• Always keep the front inlet grilles clear of obstructions (leaves, ice, snow ,
etc .) .
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine • Always keep the area under the front seat clear for maximum rear seat airflow . .: ,
• For optimum driving comfort in. heating or air conditioning modes keep ", windows . closed. .
•
Clear snow and ice from the hood and air inlet in front of the windshield . This improves heater ahd defroster performance and lowers the chance of
fogging
on the inside of the windshield.
• During winter operation
run the blower on "High" for a few moments
before driving off. This helps clear the Intake ducts of snow and further
lessens the chance of fogging on the insiele of the windshield.
The following pages of this manual proviele more operating tips for getting
maximum heating
and cooling comfort. (AlsO s"" "Engine Exhaust Gas Caution (Carbon Monoxidej"at the beginning of "Starting and Operating ."
Section 2 oHhismanual.)
Lower Air Vents (Non Air Conditioned Vehicle)
Two control handles located beneath the steering colulTYl open (pull) and ciose
(full in) the
lower "ram" air vents . The amount of air discharged at these lower
outlets increases with vehicle speed. Maximum airflow can be obtained by
opening any of the side door windows slightly. If so equipped, the rear quarter SWing-out windows will optimize lower vent performance and provide maximum
airflow without opening a siele dIoor glass. In this condition, mimimum air
buffeting
and road noise is incurred .
HEATER SYSTEM (NON AIR CONDITIONED VEHICLE)
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The fan;-lever (OFF-HI) provides speed control of the blower fan in all Air
Selector Lever positions.
Temperature Control Lever
The temperature control lever regulates the temperature of the air entering the passenger compartment in all Air Selector lever positions. Full down position
(HOT) provides maximum heat
(ambient air temperature) air.
AIR Selector Lever
• VENT --In this pOSition, minimum heat power. ventilation air is discharged
from the upper air oullets. Air quantity is
controlled by the FAN LEVER.
• BlEND_-The AIR SELECTOR LEVER may be adjusted between VENT and HTR (heater) to obtain a variable distribution of air between the uppe r air
outlets and the floor air outlet
• HTR (Heater )--In this position , most of the .air Is delivered to the floor air
outlet with a small amount deliVered to the windshield (defroster oullets).
The air temperature is
cpntrolled by the TEMPERATURE LEVER while the
air quantity is controlled by the FAN LEVER. This position is used for most winter driving. .
• BlEND--(The AIR SELECTOR LEVER may be adjUsted between HTR
(Heater) and DEF (Defrost) pOSitions to obtain a variable distribution of air
between the floor . air outlet
and the windshield air outlets.
• DEF (Defro st)--In this position , most of the air is delivered to the windshield
• ··-.(defrjl$t"routletS) with a small amount to the floor air outlet
The windsh ield de frost i
ng and defogging system assists in providing good
visibility through designated areas Of the windshield under most inclement
weather conditions. _For immediate operation of the vehicle, the windshield
should be scraped clear.
Operate system for
30 seconds before switching to DEF. This will remove
humid air from the system and minimize
rapid fogging of the glass which can occur jf humid air i s blown onto a cool windshield.
AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM
This system combines heating and cooling capabilities for comfort in all
weather conditions .
During some air conditioning operating conditions , slight increases and
decreases of engine speedfpower may be noticed . This should be considered
normal as the system is designed to cycle the compressor ON and OFF to
maintain desired cooling. The reduced compressor operation should benefit
fuel economy.
Fan Lever
The Ian lever (LO-HI) provide s speed control of the blower fan in all Air Selector Lever positions except OFF.
Temperature Control Lever
The temperature control lever regulates the temperature of the air entering the
passenger compartment in ALL Air Selector Lever positions.
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The air selector lever regulates air flow from the heater, defroster and air
conditioning outlets. It also controls operation of the refrigeration compressor.
• OFF--In this position the blower doeS not operate . However , when the
vehicle is moving, air will enter the passenger compartment through the floor
air outlet.
• MAX (AIR COND)--Air from the p~ssengercompartment is· mixed with a
small amount of outside air, conditioned and discharged from the upper
outlets. This position with the
temperature lever in full COLD is used for
maximum cooling under conditions
of high temperatu re and humidity .
• NORM (AIR COND) --Outside air is conditioned as it passes through the
system and is discharged from the upper outlets. This position is used for
most air conditioning situations.
• BILEVEL (AIR COND)--Outside air is conditioned and directed out the upper
outlets PlUS the floor air outlet. A small amount of air also flows trom the
windshield defroster outlets.
This position provided comfort and keeps the
windshield clear under low fogging conditions .
• VENT (ECONOMY)--Outsid~,air is discharged from the upper outlets. This position is used in cool. to moderate weather when· conditioned air· is not
required. The air conditioning compressor is turned off.
• HEATER (ECONOMY)-'-Outside air is delivered from the floor air outlets
with a small amount from the windshield defroster outlets. This position is
used for most winter driving. The air conditioning compressor is turned off.
• DEF--Outside air is conditioned and delivered from the windshield defroster
outlets with a smail amount delivered from the floor air outlet. This position
is recommended for conditions
Of severe fogging and icing only.
Air Outlets
The instrument panel air outlets may be rotated or vanes turned to direct air flow in direction' desired.
For additional air flow a lap cooler is provided under the steering column. This outlet has vertical vanes and can be rotated up or down as desired . Under this
lap cooler is an outlet with a control that can
be moved to the IefI or right for
opening and closing , controlling the amount of air
to the floor from the bottom
of the outlet.
ELECTRO-CLEAR REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER
The optional defogger may be turned on after the engine is running by placing
the switch (on the instrument panel) in the
ON postlion . Power is indicated by a
green light. After the defogger has operated for a short time, the system will
automatically
shut off. If further defrosting or defogging is des ired, simply
actuate the switch again.
The defogger will not function if the ignition is off.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Refrain from removing decals or other material from the inside of rear window
with a razor or other sharp instrument since this may
damage the heating
element. . .
Clear snow and ice from the rear window to Improve the efficiency of the rear
window defogger .
RADIOS AND TAPE PLAYERS
Your vehicle may have one of several optional Delco GM Sound Systems.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Basic Controls -Although a wide variety of features is offered, the following
basic controls are common to all systems.
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• Left Knob -This knob turns the set on or off, and controls the volume. (To
use the radio, the ignition must be in '!Run" or "Accessory." ) Behind the
volume knob is a tone control. When turned to the right, it increases treble
and voice
Clarity; when turned to the left, ~ increases bass.
• Right Knob -This knob is a manual tuning control for choosing radio
'-"""''''-'''''''StatiGns, for. ,adios with rear speakers, . a fader control is behind it. This
control adjusts 'the Sound between the front and rear speakers .
• Push Buttons -Each radio has five push buttons you can use to select
your favorite stations. After using a push button, you may have to "fine­
tune"
the radio by hand for .tl]ebest rec~tion.
To "set up" the push buttons:
1 .
Manually tune to the desired station.
2. Choose the button yoU wish to use. Pull it straight out. then push it back in
firmly until it stops.
3 .
Do this for each of the five buttons.
On Delco AM-FM radios, you may choose an AM station and an FM station for
each push button, for a total of ten selections .
Do this by Sliding the selector
bar to the right and setting each button for AM stations. Then, slide. the bar to
the left and do the same for FM stations.
NOTICE: Do-not stide the setector .bar if any putf button ia pul~ out Of you couki darMge 1M rldiQ.
Spea~ers:
NOTICE: All Delco SoUnd system. hav. ungrounded speakers. InstaHing add-on tape player_, ca_ or other unitt: that use the W1hk:te speak..-s may ct.mage '(OUf o..co Sound S)'Item and imp_ oper.uotl of the added unit. Pte ... consult your dealer in .c:Ivance H you are considering additions.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine FM Reception -Although FM is normally static free, reception can be limited
by terrain, atmospheric conditions, station strength and distance from the
transmitter, Buildings or other obstructions can ·cause moment ary static, flutter
or station swapping . If you cannot keep good reception, tuning to a stronger
station will bring improvement.
Stereo Sound -All Delco Sound Systems with an FM stereo radio will switch
to stereo operat ion when ever
an FM stereo broadcast" is being rec eived and an
indicator will light. "Stet"eo" operation means the radio is separating a stereo broadcast back into the original two channels, called "left " and "right. :' Stereo
sound is, noticeably more realistic , to the ear.
Tape and Tape Player Care
On Delco Sound Systems with 8-Track or casse)te tape units,take out the tape
cartridge (or cassette) when not in Use to prevent possible damage to the tape
player and to the cartridge (or cassette) .
Store
cartridges and ca sse)tes away from extreme heat or direct sunlight. Protect th.e open ends from. dirt or damage .. We suggest you stote them in their original cases or in any oth.er protective cases. Eight·Track cartridges and
cassettes eventually wear out and replacement may be neces sary if they
become noisy.
Clean the pickup head, tape guide arid capstan (revolving metal post) after evet"Y 100 hours of operation . Use a cotton-tipped swab dipped in rubbing
alcohol. A cc es s is through the tape door. (Sile illustration .)
AM Monaural Radio
This radio receives AM broadcasts . The controls work as previously described.
AM-FM Monaural Radio
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This radio receives FM as well, as .standard AM broadcasts . Choose the
desired band by sliding the selecta, bar to the right for AM, or to the left for
FM .
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This· radio works the same as the AM-FM monaural radio . Be sure you also
read "Speakers" and "Stereo Sound "above for more information .
AM or AM-FM Stereo with StereoS-Track Tape
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This system provides the convenience of an AM .or AM"FM stereo radio
combined with a stereo tape player' in'lI1e'-same unit. TO play atape:
,. Turn the radio on. 'c·
2, Insert ethe cartridgE! through the radio dial doo", label side up and open end
first. ' This automatically switches the unit from radio to tape operation .
3. After the cartridge is firmly seated, adjust the volume and fader controls to
your preference.
4 . Each of the four programs will
play in succession automatically , or you can
change programs manually by pushing in the
left knob . Each time the knob
is pushed and released the unit will step to the next program, To remove
th e tape cartridge , press the push button
labeled "Eject." The unit will
return torll-dio operatlpn .
AM-FM Stereo with Stereo Cassette Tape

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine This radio combines the features of anAM-FM stereo radio with a stereo
casselletape
player. To playa casselle tape:
1. Turn the radio on. (On'very cok;! days , allow a few minutes for warm-Up)
2. Insert the casselle squarely through the door above lhe radiO dial, as
shown on the door. This automatically switches the unit from radio to tape
operation .
If the sound is garbled (or there is no sound), eject the tape and reinser1 it squarely .
3. After the casselle has snapped into position, adjust the volume and fader
controls to your prefe(ence.
4. To quickly advance to the next selection , lift the COmbination Fast
Forward /Fast Reverse
(FF /FA) bullon (to the left of the tape door) until ij locks. To release the fast forward lock, return the FF / FR bullon to its
center position. To
listen to an earlier selection, push down the FF/FR
button. To release fast reverse, move the bullon to its center position . The
sound will·be mufed during fast forward or fast reverse operation.
The tape player will automatically shut off at the end of the tape, but the radio
will not resume playing until you eject the casselle.
I. To remove the casselle, fully press in the "Eject " bullOn .
2. To change to the second program: eject the cassette, turn it over (end-for-
end) and reinser1 it, again according to the oulline on the door .
Remove the casselle
when not in use. Casselles which are 30 or 60 mnufes
long will give the best results.
See also "Tape and Tape Player Care"for maintenance information.
AM-FM Stereo with Citizens Band Transceiver
If your vehicle has an optional DelCo GM Citizens Band radio, please refer to
the
separate booklet suppiied With this unil.
MOBILE RADIO SYSTEMS
Mobile two-way units are subject to Federal Communications Commission
(FCC) regulations and must be installed by trained radio people. Mobile
telephones installed by your local phone company, Citizens Band (CB) radios, and garage door openers normally will not affect vehicle operation. If any other
mobile radio transmitters are installed, there can possibly be adverse eftects on
vehicle operation .
Antenna
The standard radio antenna is incorporated in the . windshield glass. If
necessary, adjustments for maximum antenna eftectiveness can be made by
your Authorized
Dealer.
Power Antenna
The optional power antenna is controlled by the radio . When the radio is ON
the antenna will go up. When the radio is turned OFF either by the ON /OFF
knob or by turning the ignition switch to the OFF position, the antenna is
designed to gb down.
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