
AUTO PRESET Press it and the system will set the 12
strongest
FM or the 6 strongest AM stations on your
preset buttons. To return to
the stations you manually
set, press the AUTO PRESET button again. (This button
performs
the same function as AUTO SET described
above.)
EJECT The system has two EJECT buttons. Press the
button near the CD slot to remove a disc. Press the button
near the tape slot to remove a tape. The radio will play.
SOURCE: Press this knob to change to the tape or disc
function when the radio
is on. If both a tape and a disc are
installed, the system
will first go to tape play; TAPE will
appear on the display. If SOURCE is pressed again, the
system
will go to disc play; CD will appear on the display.
THEFTLOCK TM
Your system has this feature if it shows Theftlock on its
face. THEFTLOCK
is a theft-deterrent feature that can
be used or ignored.
If you ignore it, your system will
play normally.
If you use it, your system can’t be turned
on if it is stolen because it locks anytime battery power
is removed.
To unlock it, a code must be entered.
These instructions will tell you how to enter a code into
your system. They also
tell you how to unlock the
system with your code and how to shut off the
THEFTLOCK system.
Entering a Code
1. Write down any number from 000 to 1999. This is
your code.
2. Turn the ignition to ACC or RUN.
3. Turn the radio off.
4. Press the I and 4 preset buttons at the same time and
hold
until “- - - ” shows on the display.
You
now have only I5 seconds between each of the
following steps.
5. Press MIN and “000” will appear on the display.
6. Press MIN again and hold until the last two digits of
your code appear.
7. Press and hold HRS until the first digit or digits of
your code appear.
8. Press AM-FM after you make sure the code matches
the one you wrote down. “rEP” will appear on the
display, meaning you should repeat steps
5 through 7.
9. After you repeat the steps, press AM-FM. SEC
should appear on the display, meaning your system is
secured. If your ignition is off, THEFTLOCK will
flash
in the display.
Store
the paper with your code written on it in a safe place.
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Unlocking the System
If battery power is removed for any reason, LOC will
appear
on the display when power is reapplied. You will
need to enter your code to unlock the system. You have
only
15 seconds between each of the following steps.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Turn the ignition on. LOC will appear on the display.
Press
MIN and “000” will appear on the display.
Press MTN again and hold
until the last two digits of
your code appear.
Press and
hold HRS until the first digit or digits of
your code appear.
Press
AM.FM after you make sure the code matches
the one you wrote down.
SEC should appear on the
display, meaning you can now use your system, and
it is secured.
Disabling THEFTLOCK
If you want to turn off THEFTLOCK, you will need to
enter your code. If you lose or forget your code, see
your dealer.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Press the 1 and 4 preset buttons at the same time and
hold
until SEC shows on the display.
You now have only
I5 seconds between each of the
following steps.
Press MIN and
“000” will appear on the display.
Press MIN again and hold
until the last two digits of
your code appear.
Press and hold
HRS until the first digit or digits of
your code appear.
Press
AMaFM after you make sure the code matches
the one you wrote down. ‘9- - -” should appear on the
display, meaning your system is u1xecure.d.
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Care of Your Cassette Tape Player
A tape player that is not cleaned regularly is subject to
reduced sound quality, ruining the cassette, or damaging
the mechanism. Tape cassettes that are
not properly
stored in their plastic cases away from contaminants,
direct sunlight, and extreme heat may not operate
properly and could cause premature failure of the tape
player.
Your tape player should be cleaned with every
50 hours
of use to provide optimum performance. Your radio may
display Cln to indicate that
you have used your tape
player for
50 hours without resetting the tape clean
timer. If you notice a reduction in sound quality,
regardless
of when the tape player was last cleaned, try
playing a different cassette to see if the tape or the tape
player is at fault.
Tf the second cassette results in no
improvement
in sound quality, try cleaning the tape
player.
Proper tape player cleaning should be done with a
scrubbing action, nonabrasive cleaner cassette. This is a
wet-type cleaning system that uses
a cleaning cassette
with pads which scrub the tape head as the hubs of the
cleaner cassette turn.
To properly clean your tape player,
follow
the instructions with the cleaning cassette. If you
use this type of cleaner, the radio may display an error
and eject the cartridge. This is normal and is the result of an
added feature
in the tape player that detects broken
tapes. If an error occurs, you
will need to insert the
cleaning cassette at least three times to thoroughly clean
the tape player.
You may prefer to use a non-scrubbing action, wet-type
cleaner. This type
of cleaner uses a fabric belt to clean
the tape head. This type of cleaner cassette will not
cause an error,
but it may not clean the tape player as
thoroughly as the scrubbing type cleaner.
A scrubbing action cleaner is available through your
dealer
(GM Part No. 12344600).
Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality may
degrade over time. Always verify that the cassette tape
is in good condition and the tape player is clean before
obtaining service on your tape player.
Care of Your Compact Discs
Handle discs carefully. Store them in their original cases
or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight
and dust.
If the surface of a disc is soiled, dampen a
clean, soft cloth
in a mild, neutral detergent solution and
clean
it, wiping from the center to the edge.
Be sure never
to touch the signal surface when handling
discs. Pick up discs
by grasping the outer edges or the
edge of the hole and the outer edge.
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Radiator Pressure Cap Power Steering Fluid
NOTICE:
Your radiator cap is a 15 psi (105 kPa)
pressure-type cap and must be tightly installed to
prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage
from overheating. Be sure the arrows
on the cap
line up with the overflow tube on the radiator
filler neck.
When you replace your radiator pressure cap, an AC@
cap is recommended.
Thermostat
Engine coolant temperature is controlled by a thermostat
in the engine coolant system. The thermostat stops the
flow of coolant through the radiator until the coolant
reaches a preset temperature.
When you replace your thermostat, an
AC@ thermostat
is recommended. 3.1L
L82 (Code M) Engine
3.8L L27 (Code L) Engine
How To Check Power Steering Fluid
When the engine compartment is cool, unscrew the cap
and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag. Replace the cap
and completely tighten
it. Then remove the cap again
and look at the fluid level
on the dipstick.
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Temperature - A, B, C
The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C,
representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of
heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under
controlled conditions on
a specified indoor laboratory
test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the
material
of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and
excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure.
The grade
C corresponds to a level of performance
which all passenger car tires must meet under the
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
No. 109. Grades
B and A represent higher levels of performance on the
laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law.
Warning: The temperature grade for this tire is
established for
a tire that is properly inflated and not
overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or
excessive loading, either separately
or in combination,
can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.
These grades are molded
on the sidewalls of passenger
car tires. While the tires
available
as standard or optional
equipment on General Motors vehicles may vary with
respect to these grades, all such tires meet General
Motors performance standards and have been approved
for use
on General Motors vehicles. All passenger type
(P Metric) tires must conform to Federal safety
requirements
in addition to these grades.
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced
carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire
life
and best overall performance.
In most cases, you will
not need to have your wheels
aligned again. However,
if you notice unusual tire
wear or
your vehicle pulling one way or the other, the
alignment may need
to be reset. If you notice your
vehicle vibrating when driving on a smooth road, your
wheels may need
to be rebalanced.
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