Part 2
Features & Controls
Keys .............................................................. 48
.... DoorLocks ......................................................... 50
Theft .............................................................. 52
Here you can learn about the
many standard and optional
features on your Chevrolet. and
information
on starting. shifting
and braking
. Also explained are
the instrument panel and the
warning systems that tell you if
everything is working properly
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and what to do if you have a
problem .
PASS-Key II@ ...................................................... 53
New Vehicle "Break-In" .............................................. 55
Ignitionswitch ...................................................... 55
Starting Your Engine ................................................. 57
Driving through Deep Standing Water
.................................... 61
Engine Block Heater
................................................. 61
Automatic Transmission .............................................. 62
ManualTransmission ................................................. 66
Limited-Slip Rear Axle
............................................... 70
Parking
............................................................ 70
EngineExhaust
..................................................... 74
Windows
.......................................................... 75
Horn
.............................................................. 76
Tiltwheel
.......................................................... 76
Operation of Lights
.................................................. 84
Interior Lights ...................................................... 86
Mirrors ............................................................ 87
Twin Lift-off Roof Panels
............................................. 88
Storage and Compartments ............................................ 92
Sunvisors
......................................................... 94
Ashtray and Lighter .................................................. 94
FloorMats ......................................................... 95
Instrument Panel and Cluster ........................................... 98
Warning Lights
. Gages and Indicators .................................... 99
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The Turn Signal/Headlight Beam Lever .................................. 77
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Driving through Deep Standing
Water
NOTiCE:
[f you drive too quickly throul
deep puddles or standing wt :r,
water can come
in through your
engine’s air intake and badly
damage your engine.
If you can’t
avoid deep puddle< nr standing
water, drive throul them very
slowly
Engine Block Heater
(OPTION)
In very cold weather, 0 OF (- 1 8 “C) or
colder, the engine block heater can help.
You’ll get easier starting and better fuel
economy during engine warm-up.
To use the block heater:
1. Turn off the engine.
2. Open the hood and unwrap the
electrical cord.
3. Plug it into a normal, grounded
1 10-volt outlet.
CA UTiON:
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Plugging the cord into an
ungrounded outlet could cause
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an electrical shock. Also, the wrong
kind of extension cord could
overheat and cause a fire. You could
be seriously injured. Plug the cord into a properly grounded
three-prong
1 10-volt outlet. If the
cord won’t reach, use a heavy-duty
three-prong extension cord rated
for
at least 15 amps.
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,-fore, to keep
it aw-f from movin
engine parts.
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How long should you keep the block
heater plugged in? The answer depends
on the weather, the kind of oil you have,
and some other things. Instead of trying to
list everything here, we ask
that you
contact
a Chevrolet dealer in the area
where you’ll be parking your vehicle. The
dealer can give
you the best advice for
that particular area,
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Automatic
Transmission
There are several different positions for
your shift lever.
P (Park)
This locks your rear wheels. It’s the best
position to use when you start your
engine because your vehicle can’t move
easily.
It is dangerous to get out of
your vehicle
if rhe shift lever is
not fully in P (Park) with the
parking brake
firmly set. Your
vehicle can roll.
Don’t leave your vehicle when the
engine
is running unless you have
to. If you have left the engine
running, the vehicle can move
suddenly.
You or others could be
injured. To be sure your vehicle
won’t move, when you’re on fairly
level ground, always set your
parking brake and move the shift lever to
P (Park).
See “Shifting into
P (Park)” in the
Index.
If you are parking on a hill,
or if you’re pulling a trailer, also
see “Parking on Hills” or “Towing
a Trailer” in the Index.
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In this part you'll find out how to
operate the comfort control
systems and audio systems
offered with your Chevrolet
. Be
sure to read about the particular
system supplied with your vehicle
.
Part 3
Comfort Controls & Audio Systems
Comfort Controls ...................................................
Heater Controls ..................................................
Heating .........................................................
Bi-LevelHeating .................................................
Ventilation ......................................................
Air Conditioner Controls ...........................................
Cooling .........................................................
Rear Window Defogger ............................................
Flow-Through Ventilation System ....................................
Audiosystems .....................................................
Settingtheclock .................................................
AM/FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player ..............................
Delco/Bose AM/FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player ....................
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player ....................................
FixedMastAntenna ...............................................
Defogging and Defrosting Windows ..................................
Understanding Radio Reception .....................................
Care of Your Compact Discs ........................................
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Comfort Controls
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With this system, you can control the
heating and ventilation in your Chevrolet.
[f you have the air conditioning option,
you can also control cooling.
Your vehicle also has the flow-through
ventilation system described later in this
aection.
Heater Controls
Fan Control Knob
% : Turn this knob to select the force of
air you want.
Temperature Control Knob
Turn the knob to change the temperature
of the air flowing from the heating
system. Turn it to the right for warmer air
and to the left for cooler air. The temperature
of the air can not be less than
the temperature of the outside air.
Air Control Knob
OFF: The system is off.
vents.
j;l : Air flows through the upper air
*E/ : Air is directed through the upper air
vents and the heater ducts.
: This setting directs most of the air
through the heater ducts and some of the
air through the windshield defroster vents.
*A : Air is directed through the 9
windshield defroster vents and the heater
ducts.
: This setting directs most of the air
through the windshield defroster vents
and some of the air through the heater
ducts.
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Heating
The heater works best if you keep your
windows closed while using it.
1. Turn the air control knob to .
2. Turn the fan control knob to the right.
3. Turn the temperature control knob to a
comfortable setting.
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During initial start-up only, if your
vehicle is equipped
with an optional
engine block heater,
you can use it in cold
weather (around
+20°F/-8 “C or lower) to
heat the passenger area better than
without it. Because an engine block heater
warms the engine coolant, your vehicle’s
heating system can more efficiently
provide heat for the passenger area
of
your vehicle. See “Engine Block Heater”
in the Index.
Bi-level Heating
You may want to use bi-level heating on
cool, but sunny days. This setting directs
cool air toward your body and warmer air
toward your feet.
1. Turn the air control knob to *2 .
2. Turn the temperature control knob to
3. Turn the fan control knob to the right.
a comfortable setting.
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Ventilation
For mild outside temperatures when little
heating
or cooling is needed, you can still
direct outside air through your vehicle.
1. Turn the air control knob to r/ ,
2. Turn the temperature control knob to a
3. Turn the fan control knob to the right.
comfortable setting.
Defogging and Defrosting
Windows
1. Turn the air control knob to 9 .
2. Turn the temperature control knob all
3. Turn the fan control knob to the right.
the way
to the right.
Air Conditioner Controls (OPTION)
The
air conditioning system uses the same
controls as the heating system, except that
the air control
knob has two extra
settings, described below. For an
explanation of all
the controls, see
“Heater Controls” earlier in this part.
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(OPTION)
The rear window defogger uses a
warming grid to remove fog from the rear
window.
Press the right side of the switch to turn
on the defogger. An indicator light will
come on to remind you that the defogger
is on. The defogger
will turn off
automatically after about ten minutes of
use. If you
turn it on again, the defogger
will operate for about five minutes only.
You can also turn the defogger off by
pressing the left side
of the switch.
Do not attach anything like a temporary
vehicle license or a decal across the
defogger grid on the rear window.
lsomething else sharp on the inside
of the rear window. ^If you do, you
could cut or damage the warming
grid, and the repairs wouldn't be
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System
Your Chevrolet's flow-through ventilation
system supplies outside air into the
vehicle when
it is moving. Outside air
will also enter the vehicle when the heater
or the air conditioning fan is running.
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