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Head Restraints Seatback
Latches (2-Door Models)
Head restraints are fixed on some models and adjustable
on others. Slide
an adjustable head restraint up or down
so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of
your ears. This position reduces the chance of a neck
injury in a crash.
On some models, the head restraints tilt forward and
rearward
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The front seatback folds forward to let people get into
the back seat.
To fold a front seat forward, lift the seatback latch.
When
you return the seatback to its original position, the
seatback will lock.
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Easy Entry Seat (2-Door Models)
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11 an easy entry rlgnr rronr seat isn’t locked, it
can move. In a sudden stop or crash, the person
sitting there could be injured. After you’ve used
it,
be sure to push rearwa‘rd on an easy entry seat
to be sure it is locked.
Rear Seats
The right front seat of your vehicle makes it easy to get
in and out of the rear seat.
Tilt the right front seatback Completely forward and
whole seat will slide forward.
Folding the Rear Seat (Option) , ~~ ?.L-
Move the right front seatback to its original position
after someone
gets into the rear seat area. Then move TO open, pull forward on the seat tab.
the seat rearward until it locks. To close, push the seatback up to its original. position.
Push the seatback completely up against the back plate
to ensure that the latch will, hook. Tilt the seatback completely forward again to get
out.
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Sun Visors
To bldck out glare, you can swing down the visors. You
can also swing them to the side.
Your vehicle may also have a plastic extension
which
pulls out of the main visor to increase protection from
glare.
Visor Vanity Mirror
Open the cover to expose the vanity mirror.
Garment Hook
If your vehicle has the
optional rear reading lamps,
push
down on the tab ,.
marked with a coat hanger
symbol to fold down the
garment hook.
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Litter Bag Hook
There is a litter bag hook located on the front passenger
side
of the center console storage area.
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Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the
GVWR, or either the maximum front or rear
GAWR. If you do, parts on your vehicle can
break, or it can change the way your vehicle
handles. These could cause you to lose control.
Also, overloading can shorten the life of your
vehicle.
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Your warranty does not cover parts or
components that fail because of overloading.
If you put things inside your vehicle -- like suitcases,
tools, packages, or anything else -- they will go as fast
as the vehicle goes. If you stop or turn quickly, or if
there
is a crash, they'll keep going.
A CAUTION:
Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and
injure people in
a sudden stop or turn, or in a
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Put things in the trunk of your vehicle. In a
trunk, put them as far forward as you can.
Try to spread the weight evenly.
Never stack heavier things, like suitcases,
inside the vehicle
so that some of them are
above the tops
of the seats.
Don't leave an unsecured child restraint in
your vehicle.
When you carry something inside the
vehicle, secure it whenever you can.
Don't leave
a seat folded down unless you
need to.
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USAGE
Manual
Transaxle Shift
Linkage Clutch Linkage
Pivot Points
Chassis
Lubrication and
Fuel Filler Door
and Striker
Plunger
Windshield
Washer Solvent
FLUID/LUBRICANT
Chassis lubricant (GM Part
No. 1052497 or equivalent) or
lubricant meeting requirements
of
NLGI Grade 2, Category LB or
Engine oil.
GC-LB.
Chassis lubricant
(GM Part
No. 1052497 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements
of
NLGI Grade 2, Category LB or
GM OptMeen@ Washer Solvent
(GM Part
No. 1051515) or
equivalent. GC-LB.
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Hood Latch
Assembly Pivots,
Spring Anchor
and Release
Pawl
Hood and Door
Hinges and Rear
Folding Seat
Weatherstrip Conditioning
FLUIDlLUBRICANT
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. 12346241 or equivalent).
Dielectric Silicone Grease
(GM
I Part No. 12345579 or eauivalent).
GC-LB.
See “Replacement Parts” in the Index for recommended
replacement filters and spark plugs.
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Service Bulletins
Service bulletins covering various subjects are regularly sent to
all General Motors dealerships. GM monitors
product performance
in the field. When service methods
are found which promote better service on GM vekplcles,
bulletins
are created to help the technician perform
better service. Service bulletins may involve
any
number of vehicles. Some will describe inexpensive
service; others
will describe expensive service. Some
will advise
of new or unexpected conditions, and others
may help avoid future costly repairs. Service bulletins
are meant for qualified technicians. In some cases
bulletins refer to service manuals, specialized tools,
equipment
and safety procedures necessary to service
the vehicle. Since these bulletins are issued throughout
the model year and beyond, an index is required and
published quarterly
to help identify specific bulletins.
Subscriptions are available. You
can order an index at
the toll-free numbers listed previously, or ask a GM
dealer to see an index or individual bulletin.
Owner Publications
Owner’s manuals, warranty folders and various owner
assistance booklets provide owners with general
operation
and maintenance information.
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