Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control
There are two ways to go to a higher speed:
0 Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed.
Push the button at the end of the lever, then release
the button and the accelerator pedal. You’ll now
cruise at the higher speed.
0 Move the cruise switch from ON to R/A. Hold it
there until
you get up to the speed you want, and
then release the switch.
(To increase your speed in
very small amounts, move the switch to
WA for
less than half
a second and then release it. Each
time you
do this, your vehicle will go about 1 mph
(1.6
km/h) faster.)
Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control
There are two ways to reduce your speed while using
cruise control:
Push in the button at the end of the lever until you
reach the lower speed you want, then release it.
To slow down in very small amounts, push the
button for less than half a second. Each time you
do
this, you’ll go 1 mph (1.6 km/h) slower.
Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control
Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed. When
you take your foot off the pedal, your vehicle will slow
down to the cruise control speed you set earlier.
Using Cruise Control on Hills
How well your cruise control will work on hills depends
upon your speed, load and the steepness of the hills.
When going up steep hills, you may have to step
on the
accelerator pedal to maintain your speed. When going
downhill, you may have
to brake or shift to a lower gear
to keep your speed down. Of course, applying the brake
takes you out of cruise control. Many drivers find this
to
be too much trouble and don’t use cruise control on
steep hills.
Ending Out of Cruise Control
There are several ways to turn off the cruise control:
0 Step lightly on the brake pedal or push the clutch
pedal, if
you have a manual transmission ; OR
Move the cruise switch to OFF.
Erasing Speed Memory
When you turn off the cruise control or the ignition,
your cruise control set speed memory
is erased.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine When you open the hood of the 3800 L36 (Code K) you'll see:
A. Engine Coolant Reservoir
B. Battery
C. Oil Fill Cap
D. Automatic Transmission
Dipstick (Option)
E. Engine Fan
F. Windshield Washer Reservoir
G. Power Steering Reservoir
H. Engine Oil Dipstick
I. Brake Fluid Reservoir
J. Clutch Fluid Reservoir
K. Air Cleaner
(if equipped)
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine When you open the hood of the 5.7L LT1 (Code P) you'll "ee:
A. Engine Coolant Reservoir
B. Power Steering Reservoir
C. Engine Oil Dipstick
D. Battery
.. .
E. Engine Oil Fill Cap
F. Automatic Transmission
Dipstick (Option)
G. Fan
H. Windshield Washer Reservoir
I. Brake Fluid Reservoir
J. Clutch Fluid Reservoir (if equipped)
K. Air Cleaner
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Hydraulic Clutch
The hydraulic clutch linkage in your vehicle is
self-adjusting. The clutch master cylinder reservoir is
filled with hydraulic clutch fluid.
It isn’t a good idea to “top
off’ your clutch fluid. Adding
fluid won’t correct a leak.
A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem.
Have the system inspected and repaired.
When to Check and What to Use
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how
often you should check the
fluid level in your clutch master cylinder reservoir and
for the proper fluid. See
“Owner Checks and Services” and “Recommended
Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index.
How to Check
The proper fluid should be added’if the level is below
the
STEP mark on the reservoir. See the instructions on
the reservoir cap.
Rear Axle
When to Check and Change Lubricant
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how
often to check the lubricant and when to change it. See
“Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Index.
How to Check Lubricant
If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole,
you’11,need to add some lubricant. Add enough lubricant
to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine At Least Twice a Year
Restraint System Check
Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your
belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are
working properly.
Look for any other loose or damaged
safety belt system parts. If you
see anything that might
keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it
repaired. Have any torn or frayed safety belts replaced.
Also look for any opened
or broken air bag covers, and
have them repaired or replaced. (The air
bag system
does not need regular maintenance.)
Manual Transmission Check
Check the transmission fluid level; add if needed. See
“Manual Transmission” in the Index. A fluid loss may
indicate a problem. Check the system and repair if needed.
Automatic Transmission Check
Check the transmission fluid level; add if needed. See
“Automatic Transmission”
in the Index. A fluid loss may
indicate a problem. Check the system and repair if needed.
Hydraulic Clutch System Check
Check the fluid level in the clutch reservoir. See
“Hydraulic Clutch Fluid” in the Index.
A fluid loss in
this system could indicate a problem. Have the system
inspected and repaired
at once. .
At Least Once a Year
Key Lock Cylinders Service
Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant
specified
in Part D.
Body Lubrication Service
Lubricate all hinges and latches, including those for the
hood, rear compartment, console doors and any foldine
seat hardware. Part
D tells you what to use. More
frequent lubrication may be required when exposed
to a
corrosive environment.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Starter Switch Check Brake-'Ikansmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) Check
(Automatic Transmission)
When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly.
If it does, you or others could be
injured. Follow the steps below.
1.
2.
3.
Before you start, be sure you have enough room
around the vehicle.
Firmly apply both the parking brake (see "Parking
Brake"
in the Index if necessary) and the regular brake.
NOTE:
Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be
ready to turn off the engine immediately if
it starts.
On automatic transmission vehicles, try
to start the
engine
in each gear. The starter should work only in
PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). If the starter works in
any other position, your vehicle needs service.
On manual transmission vehicles, put the shift lever
in NEUTRAL
(N), push the clutch down halfway
and try to start the engine. The starter should work
only when
the clutch is pushed down all the way to
the floor. If the starter works when the clutch isn't
pushed all the way down, your vehicle needs service.
When you are doing this check, the vehicle could
move suddenly.
If it does, you or others could be
injured. Follow the steps below.
1.
2.
3.
Before you start, be sure you have enough
room around the vehicle. It should be parked
on
a level surface.
Firmly apply the parking brake (see "Parking Brake"
in the Index if necessary).
NOTE: Be ready to apply the regular brake
immediately if
the vehicle begins to move.
With
the engine off, turn the key to the RUN
position, but don't start
the engine. Without applying
the regular brake, try
to move the shift lever out of
PARK (P) with normal effort. If the shift lever
moves out of PARK (P), your vehicle's
BTSI
needs service.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Part D: Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants
NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name,
part number ‘or specification may be obtained from your
GM dealer.
USAGE
Engine Oil
Engine Coolant
FLUID/LUBRICANT
Engine oil with the American
Petroleum Institute Certified For
Gasoline Engines “Starburst”
symbol
of the proper viscosity. To
determine the preferred viscosity
for your vehicle’s engine, see
“Engine Oil” in the Index.
50/50 mixture of clean water
(preferably distilled) and
GM
Goodwrench@ DEX-COOL TM or
(orange-colored, silicate-free)
antifreeze conforming to
GM
Specification 6277M. See “Engine
Coolant” in the ‘Index.
Havoline@
DEX-COOL
USAGE
Coolant
Supplement
Sealer
Hydraulic Brake System
Hydraulic Clutch System
Power Steering System
Manual
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Key Lock
Cylinders
FLUIDLUBRICANT
GM Part No. 3634621 or
equivalent with a complete flush
and refill.
Delco Supreme
11 @ Brake Fluid
(GM
Part No. 1052535 or
equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid).
Hydraulic Clutch Fluid (GM
Part
No. 12345347 or equivalent).
GM Power Steering Fluid
1050017
- 1 st., or equivalent).
.DEXRON@-m Automatic
Transmission Fluid.
DEXRON@-III Automatic
Transmission Fluid.
Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube@
(GM Part No. 12346241
or equivalent).
(GM Part NO. 1052884 - 1 Pt.,
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine USAGE
Clutch Linkage
Pivot Points Floor Shift
Linkage
Chassis
Lubrication
Rear Axle (Standard
Differential)
Rear Axle (Limited-Slip
Differential)
FLUID/LUBRICANT
Engine oil.
Lubriplate Lubricant aerosol
(GM
Part No. 12346293 or equivalent)
or lubricant meeting requirements
of NLGI Grade 2 Category LB
or
Chassis lubricant (GM Part
No. 1052497 or equivalent) or
lubricant meeting requirements
of
NLGI /Grade 2, Category LB or
Axle Lubricant (GM Part
No. 12345977) or
SAE SOW-90
GL-5 Gear Lubricant.
Axle Lubricant
(GM Part
No. 12345977) and 2 ounces
(59 ml) of Limited-Slip
Differential Lubricant Additive
(GM Part
No. 1052358 or
equivalent) where required.
See “Rear Axle”
in the Index.
GC-LB.
GC-LB.
USAGE
Windshield
Washer Solvent
Hood Latch Assembly Pivots,
Spring Anchor
and Release
Pawl
Hood and Door Hinges
Weatherstrip Conditioning
FLUIDLUBRICANT
GM Optikleen’ Washer Solvent (GM Part No. 1051515) or
equivalent.
Lubriplate lubricant aerosol (GM Part
No. 12346293 or equivalent)
or lubricant meeting requirements
of NLGI Grade 2, Category LB or
Multi-purpose lubricant, Superlube@ (GM Part No. 1234624
1
or equivalent).
Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM
Part
No. 12345579 or equivalent).
GC-LB.
See “Replacement Parts” in the Index for recommended
replacement filters and spark plugs.
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