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Here you’ll find information
about the seats in your
Chevrolet and
how to use
your safety belts properly
. You
can also learn about some
things you should
not do with
safety belts
.
Part 1
Seats & Restraint Systems
SeatsandSeatControls ............................................. 12
Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone .................................... 16
Why Safety Belts Work ............................................. 17
Here Are Questions Many People Ask about Safety Belts - and the Answers . . 19
Safety Belt Reminder Light .......................................... 20
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly .................................... 21
Children ......................................................... 34
Child Restraints
................................................... 35
LargerChildren
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Safety Belt Extender
............................................... 43
Checking Your Restraint Systems
..................................... 43
Replacing Safety Belts after a Crash
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’here is an air bag readiness light on the
xtrument panel, which shows
“AIR
LAG” on it. The system checks for
lectrical malfunctions, and the light tells
ou if there is a problem.
‘ou will see this light flash for a few
econds when you turn your ignition
to
Run” or “Start.” Then the light should g(
ut, which means the system is ready.
:emember, if the air bag readiness light
oesn’t come on when you start your
ehicle, or stays on, or comes on when
ou are driving, your air bag system may
ot work properly. Have your vehicle
zrviced right away.
How the Air Bag System Works
Where is the air
bag?
The driver’s air bag is in the middle of the
steering wheel.
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lap-shoulder belt, but the child is
so
small that the shoulder belt is very
close to the child’s face or neck?
A: Move the child toward the center of
the vehicle, but be sure that the
shoulder belt still
is on the child’s
shoulder,
so that in a crash the child’s
upper body would have the restraint
that belts provide.
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A CAUTION:
Never do this. Here a child is sitting
in a seat that has a lap-shoulder belt,
but the shoulder
part is behind the
child.
If the child wears the belt in
this way, in a crash the child might
slide under the belt. The belt’s force
would then be applied right on the
child’s abdomen. That could cause
serious or fatal injuries.
Wherever the child sits, the lap portion of
the belt should be worn low and snug on
the hips, just touching the child’s thighs. This applies
belt force to the child’s
pelvic bones
in a crash.
Safety Belt Extender
If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten
around you, you should use it.
But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to
fasten, your dealer will order you an
extender. It’s free. When you go
in to
order
it, take the heaviest coat you will
wear, so the extender will be long enough
for you. The extender will be just for you,
and just for the seat
in your vehicle that
you choose. Don’t let someone else use it,
and use
it only for the seat it is made to
fit. To wear it, just attach it to the regular
safety belt.
Checking Your
Restraint Systems
Now and then, make sure all your belts,
buckles, latch plates, retractors,
anchorages and reminder systems are
working properly.
Look for any loose
parts or damage. If you see anything that
might keep a restraint system from doing
its job, have
it repaired.
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Remote Lock Control (Option)
If your Chevrolet has this option, you can
lock and unlock your doors or unlock
your hatch from about
30 feet (9 m) using
the key chain transmitter supplied with
your vehicle.
Your Remote Lock Control operates on a
radio frequency subject to Federal
Communications Commission (FCC)
Rules.
This device complies with Part
15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
(1) This device
may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any
interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation. Should interference
to this system occur,
try this:
0 Check to determine if battery
replacement is necessary. See the
instructions on battery replacement.
0 Check the distance. You may be too
far from your vehicle. This product
has a maximum range.
0 Check the location. Other vehicles or
objects may be blocking the signal.
See your Chevrolet dealer or a
qualified technician for service.
Changes or modifications to this system
by other than an authorized service
facility could void authorization to use
this equipment.
Operation
The driver’s door will unlock
automatically when “UNLOCK’ is
pressed. If “UNLOCK” is pressed again
within five seconds, the passenger door
will also unlock. All doors will
lock when
“DOOR” is pressed. The hatch will
unlock when the opened trunk symbol is
pressed, but only when the ignition switch
is not
in “Run”, and the transmission is in
“P’ (Park) if you have an automatic
transmission. If you have a manual transmission, the
parking brake must be
set.
The system will
turn on the interior lights
for about
40 seconds, or until the ignition
switch is turned to “Run”, when you
unlock the doors or hatch. The interior
lights will come on for about two seconds
when you lock the doors.
Matching Transmitter(s) to Your
Vehicle
Each key chain transmitter is coded to
prevent another transmitter from
unlocking your vehicle. If a transmitter is
lost or stolen, a replacement can be
purchased through your dealer.
Remember to bring any remaining
transmitters with you when you
go to
your dealer. When the dealer matches the
replacement transmitter to your vehicle,
the remaining transmitters must also be
matched. Once the new transmitter is
coded, the lost transmitter will not unlock
your vehicle.
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You can match a transmitter to as many
different vehicles
as you own, provided
they are equipped with exactly
the same
model system. (General Motors offers
several different models of these systems
on their vehicles.) Each vehicle can have
only two transmitters matched to
it.
To match transmitters to your vehicle:
1. Find the Data Link Connector (DLC).
It is
in the bottom of the instrument
panel near the steering column.
2. Insert one end of a fused jumper into
terminal
“G.” Terminal “G” is the top
terminal on the far right.
jumper into terminal “A.” Terminal
“A” is the bottom terminal on the far
left.
3. Insert the other end of the fused
You have grounded the program input
line. You should hear the door locks lock
and unlock within one to three seconds.
When matching transmitters, the first
transmitter code matched
will be stored in
both memories until a second transmitter
is matched. This means
that the second transmitter
will not work until
it is
matched
in step 5.
4. Press any button on the first
transmitter. The door locks should
lock and unlock.
5. Press any button on the second
transmitter. The door locks should
lock and unlock.
6. Remove the fused jumper from the
DLC. The system
will not work unless
the jumper
is removed.
transmitters work correctly.
7. Check that all the buttons on both
[f the transmitters don’t work, or if you’d
rather not match the transmitters yourself,
see your Chevrolet dealer.
Battery Replacement
Under normal use, the batteries in your
key chain transmitter should last about
:wo years.
You can tell the batteries are weak if the
:ransmitter won’t work at the normal
-ange
in any location. If you have to get
:lose
to your vehicle before the
:ransmitter works, it’s probably time to
:hange the batteries.

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When the PASS-KeyW system senses
that someone is using the wrong key, it
shuts down the vehicle’s starter and fuel
systems. For about three minutes,
the
starter won’t work and fuel won’t go to
the engine. If someone tries to start your
vehicle again or uses another
key during
this time, the vehicle will not start. This
discourages someone from randomly
trying different keys with different
resistor pellets
in an attempt to make a
match.
SECURITY
~
The ignition key must be clean and dry
before it’s inserted
in the ignition or the
engine may not start. If the engine does
not start and the
“SECURITY” light stays
on when you
try to start the vehicle, the
key may be dirty or wet. Turn the
ignition off.
Clean and dry the key. Wait about three
minutes and try again. The security light
will remain on during this time. If the
starter still won’t work, and the key
appears to be clean and dry, wait about
three minutes and try another ignition key.
At this time, you may also want to check
the fuses (see “Fuses and Circuit
Breakers”
in the Index). If the starter
won’t work with the other key, your
vehicle needs service.
If your vehicle does start,
the first ignition key may be
faulty. See your Chevrolet dealer or a
locksmith who can service the
PASS-KeyaII.
If you accidentally use a key that has a
damaged or missing resistor pellet, the
starter won’t work and the security light
will flash. But you don’t have to wait
three minutes before trying another
ignition key.
See your Chevrolet dealer or a locksmith
who can service the PASS-Key@II to have
a new key made.
If you’re ever driving and the
“SECURITY” light comes on and stays
on, you will be able to restart your engine
if you turn it off. Your PASS-Key@II
system, however, is not working properly
and must be serviced by your Chevrolet
dealer. Your vehicle is not protected by
the PASS-KeyW system.
If you lose or damage a PASS-Key@II
ignition key, see your Chevrolet
dealer or a locksmith who can service
PASS-Key@II
to have a new key made.
In an emergency, call the Chevrolet
Roadside Assistance Program on
1 -800-CHEV-USA (1 -800-243-8872).
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Autamatic Transmission: Move your
shift lever to
“P” (Park) or “N’ (Neutral).
Your engine won’t start
in any other
position
- that’s a safety feature. To
restart when you’re already moving,
use
“N’ (Neutral) only.
NOTICE:
Don’t try to shift to “P’ (Park) if your
Chevrolet is moving. If you do, you
could damage
the transmission. Shift
to
“P” (Park) only when your vehicle
is stopped.
Manual Transmission: The gear selector
should be in neutral. Hold the clutch
pedal to the floor and start the engine.
Your vehicle won’t start if
the clutch
pedal is not all the way down
- that’s a
safety feature.
To start your V6 engine:
NOTICE:
Holding your key in “Start” for
longer than
15 seconds at a time will
cause your battery to be drained
much sooner. And the excessive heat
can damage your starter motor.
2. If your engine won’t start (or starts
but then stops),
it could be flooded
with too much gasoline. Try pushing
your accelerator pedal all the way to
the floor and holding
it there as you
hold the key in “Start” for about
three seconds. If the vehicle starts
briefly but then stops again, do the
same thing, but this time keep the
pedal down for five or
six seconds.
This clears the extra gasoline from
the engine.
NOTICE:
Your engine is designed to work with
the electronics
in your vehicle. If you
add electrical parts or accessories,
you could change the way the
fuel
injection system operates. Before
adding electrical equipment, check
with your dealer. If you don’t, your
engine might not perform properly.
If you ever have to have your
vehicle towed, see the part of this
manual that tells how to do
it without
damaging your vehicle. See “Towing
Your Vehicle”
in the Index.
1. Without pushing the accelerator pedal
turn your ignition
key to “Start.”
When
the engine starts, let go of the
key. The idle speed will
go down as
your engine gets warm.
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To start your V8 engine:
1. Without pushing the accelerator
pedal,
turn the ignition key to “Start.”
When the engine starts, let go of the
key. The idle speed will go down as
your engine gets warm.
NOTICE:
Holding your key in “Start” for
longer than
15 seconds at a time will
cause your battery to be drained
much sooner. And
the excessive heat
can damage your starter motor.
2. If it doesn’t start within 10 seconds,
push the accelerator pedal all the
way to the floor, while you hold the
ignition key in “Start.” When the
engine starts,
let go of the key and let
up on the accelerator pedal. Wait
about
15 seconds between each try to
help avoid draining your battery. When starting
your engine
in very cold
weather (below
0°F or -18”C), do this:
1.
2.
With your foot off the accelerator
pedal,
turn the ignition key to “Start”
and hold it there. When the engine
starts, let go of the key. Use the
accelerator pedal to maintain engine
speed, if you have to,
until your
engine has
run for a while.
If your engine still won’t start (or
starts but then stops),
it could be
flooded
with too much gasoline. Try
pushing your accelerator pedal all the
way to the floor and holding
it there
as you hold the key
in “Start” for
about three seconds. If the vehicle
starts briefly but then stops again, do
the same thing, but this time keep the
pedal down for
five or six seconds.
This clears the extra gasoline from
the engine.
NOTICE:
Your engine is designed to work with
the electronics in your vehicle. If you
add electrical parts or accessories,
you could change the way
the fuel
injection system operates. Before
adding electrical equipment, check
with your dealer. If you don’t, your
engine might not perform properly.
If you ever have to have your vehicle
towed, see the
part of this manual
that tells how to do it without damag-
ing your vehicle. See “Towing Your
Vehicle” in the Index.
Driving through Deep
Standing Water
NOTICE:
If you drive too quickly through deep
puddles or standing water, water can
come in through your engine’s air
intake and badly damage your
engine. If
you can’t avoid deep
puddles or standing water, drive
through them very slowly.
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