1994 CHEVROLET TRACKER Owners Manual

Seats and Restraint Systems
Larger Children
Children who have outgrown child
restraints should wear the vehicle’s safety
belts.
Accident statistics show that children are
safer if they are restrained
in the rear seat.
But they need to use the safety belts
properly.
0 Children who aren’t buckled up can
be thrown out
in a crash.
0 Children who aren’t buckled up can
strike other people who are.
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Q. What if a child is wearing a
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.
I 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
%3L.---v. I wear, so the extender will be long enough
the hips, just touching the child’s thighs. 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
Wherever the child sits, the lap portion of might keep a restraint system from doing
the belt should be worn low and snug
on its job, have it repaired.
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Seats and Restraint Systems
Replacing Safety Belts
after a Crash
If you’ve had a crash, do you need new
belts?
After a very minor collision, nothing may
be necessary. But if the belts were
stretched, as they would be
if worn during
a more severe crash, then
you need new
belts.
If belts are cut or damaged, replace them.
Collision damage also may mean you will
need to have safety belt or seat parts
repaired or replaced. New parts and
repairs may be necessary even if the belt
wasn’t being used at the time of the
collision.
Q: What’s wrong with this?
A: The belt is torn.
Tom or frayed belts may not protect you
in a crash. They can rip apart under
impact forces.
If a belt is torn or frayed,
get a new one right away.
Before replacing any safety belt, see your
dealer for the correct part number. You’ll
need the model year and model number
for your vehicle. The model year is on
your title and registration. And you can
find the model number
on the
Certificationpire label
of your vehicle.
See “Certification/Tire Label”
in the
Index. The
model number on the replacement
belt must be listed
on the safety belt you
want to replace. Pull the shoulder belt all
the way out
to see this label.
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Here you can learn about the
many standard and optional
features on your Geo. 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 -
and what to do if you have a
problem
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Part 2
Features & Controls
Keys ........................................................... 36
DoorLocks ...................................................... 37
Theft
........................................................... 39
New Vehicle “Break-In” ........................................... 39
Ignitionswitch ................................................... 39
Starting
Your Engine .............................................. 40
Automatic Transmission ................. ...................... 42
Manual Transmission
............... ...................... 44
Four-wheel Drive ................................................ 46
Parking ......................................................... 48
EngineExhaust
.................................................. 51
Windows ....................................................... 52
Horn
........................................................... 53
Adjustable Steering Column ........................................ 53
Interior Lights
................................................... 57
Windshield WiperjWasher Lever
..................................... 57
Rear Window Wiperwasher
........................................ 59
Mirrors ......................................................... 59
Storage and Compartments
....................................... 60
Sun Visors
................................... .. ..... 61
Passenger Assist Grips
............................................. 62
Ashtray and Lighter
............................................... 62
Instrument Panel and Cluster
........................................ 66
The Turn Signalbights Control/Headlight Beam Lever ................... 54
ConvertibleTop
.................................................. 72
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Features and Controls
Keys
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)ne key is used for the ignition, the
.oors, and all other locks.
Yhen a new Tracker is delivered, the
ealer removes
the metal plate from the
.ey ring and gives
it to the first owner.
'he metal plate has a code on it that tells
'our dealer or a qualified locksmith
how
3 make extra keys. Keep the code in a
afe place. If you lose your keys, you'll
le able to have new ones made easily
sing this code.
NOTICE:
Your Geo has a number of features
that can help prevent theft. But
you
can have a lot of trouble getting into
your vehicle if you ever lock your
keys inside.
You may even have to
damage your vehicle
to get in. So be
sure
you have an extra key.
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Door Locks
There are several ways to lock and unlock
your vehicle:
From the outside, use your key. To lock
the door,
turn the key toward the front of
the vehicle.
To unlock the door, turn the
key toward the rear.

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To lock the door from the inside, push
down the button on the door.
To unlock it,
pull up on the button.
Leaving Your Vehicle
If you are leaving the vehicle, take your
key, open your door and set the
locks
from inside. Then get out and close the
door.
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Features and Controls
Tailgate
Use your key to lock or unlock your
tailgate.
If you have a convertible, be sure to unzil
the rear plastic window completely
befort
opening the tailgate. See "Opening and
Closing Your Rear Window"
in the Index
Open
the tailgate with the bottom of the
window still
altached to the tailgate.
When closing the tailgate be sure:
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Both lower canvas top flaps are facini
outward
so they do not get caught in
the tailgate.
The zipper connector
is engaged
correctly or
you could damage your
zipper.
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Theft
Vehicle theft is big business, especially in
some cities. Although your Geo has a
number of theft deterrent features, we
know that nothing we
put on it can make
it impossible to steal. However, there are
ways you can help.
Key in the Ignition
If you walk away from your vehicle with
the keys inside, it’s an easy target for joy
riders or professional thieves
- so don’t
do
it.
When you park your Geo and open the
driver’s door, you’ll hear a chime
reminding you to remove your key from
the ignition and take
it with you. Always
do this. Your steering wheel will be
locked, and
so will your ignition. If you
have
an automatic transmission, taking
your key out
also locks your transmission.
And remember to lock the doors.
Parking at Night
Park in a lighted spot, close all windows
and lock your vehicle. Remember
to keep
your valuables out
of sight. Put them in a
storage area, or take them with you.
New Vehicle
"Break-in"
NOTICE:
Your modern Geo doesn‘t need an
elaborate “break-in.” But
it will per-
form better
in the long run if you fol-
low these guidelines:
0 Keep your speed at 55 mph
(88 km/h) or less for the first
500 miles (804 km).
0 Don’t drive at any one speed
- fast or slow - for the first
500 miles (804 km). Don’t
make full-throttle starts.
0 Avoid making hard stops for
the first
200 miles (322 km) or
so. During this time your new
brake linings aren’t yet broken
in. Hard stops
with new linings
can mean premature wear and
earlier replacement. Follow this
“breaking-in“ guideline every
time you get new brake linings.
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I Ignition Switch
Vith the key in the ignition switch, you
an
turn the switch to four positions:
,OCK (A): The only position in which
‘ou can remove the key. This locks your
teering wheel, ignition and automatic
ransmission. Press
in the ignition switch
s you turn the top of it toward you.
f you have an automatic transmission, the
gnition switch can’t be turned
to
,LOCK” unless the shift lever is in the
‘P’ (Park) position.
LCC (B): Position in which you can
bperate your electrical power accessories.
t unlocks the steering wheel and ignition.
Jse this position
if your vehicle must be
mhed or towed.
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