1997 CHEVROLET CAMARO instrument panel

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine At a minimum, the gasoline you use should meet
specifications ASTM
D4814 in the United States and
CGSB 3.5-M93 in Canada. Improved gasoline
specifications have been developed by the American
Automobile Manufacturers Association (AAMA) for
better vehicle performance and engine protection.
Gasolines meeting the AAMA specification could
provide improved driveability and emission control
system protection compared to other gasolines.
Be
sure the posted octane for premium is at least 9 1
(at least 89 for middle grade and 87 for regular). If the
octane is less than
87, you may get a heavy knocking
noise when you drive.
If it’s bad enough, it can damage
your engine.
If you’re using fuel rated at the recommended octane or
higher and you still hear heavy knocking, your engine
needs service. But don’t worry if you hear a little
pinging noise when you’re accelerating or driving up a
hill. That’s normal, and you don’t have to buy
a higher
octane fuel to get
rid of pinging. It’s the heavy, constant
knock that means you have a problem. If
your vehicle
is certified to meet California Emission
Standards (indicated
on the underhood tune-up label),
it is designed to operate
on fuels that meet California
specifications.
If such fuels are not available in states
adopting California emissions standards, your vehicle
will operate satisfactorily
on fuels meeting federal
specifications, but emission control system performance
may be affected. The malfunction indicator lamp on
your instrument panel may turn
on and/or your vehicle
may fail
a smog-check test. If this occurs, return to your
authorized Chevrolet dealer for diagnosis to determine
the cause of failure. In the event it is determined that the
cause
of the condition is the type of fuels used, repairs
may not be covered by your warranty.
Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low
emissions contain an octane-enhancing additive called
methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl (MMT);
ask your service station operator whether or not his fuel
contains MMT. General Motors does not recommend the
use
of such gasolines. If fuels containing MMT are used,
spark plug life may be reduced and your emission
control system performance may be affected. The
malfunction indicator lamp
on your instrument panel
may turn on. If this occurs, return to your authorized
Chevrolet dealer
for service.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps
are on.
Then just pull the hood down and close it firmly.
Engine Oil
If the LOW OIL light
on the instrument panel
comes on, it means you
need
to check your engine
oil level right away.
LOW OIL
For more information, see “Low Oil Light” in the Index.
You should check your engine oil level regularly; this is
an added reminder.
It’s a good idea
to check your engine oil every time you
get fuel. In order
to get an accurate reading, the oil must
be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground.
3800 Engine Oil Dipstick
The engine oil dipstick is the yellow loop near the back
of the engine
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel
Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces
of the instrument panel. Sprays containing silicones or
waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield
and even make it difficult to
see through the windshield
under certain conditions.
Care of Safety Belts
Keep belts clean and dry.
Do not bleach or dye safety belts. If you do, it
may severely weaken them.
In a crash, they
might not be able
to provide adequate protection.
Clean safety belts only with mild soap and
lukewarm water.
Glass
Glass should be cleaned often. GM Glass Cleaner (GM
Part No. 1050427) or a liquid household glass cleaner
will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films on
interior glass. Don’t
use abrasive cleaners on glass, because they may
cause scratches. Avoid placing decals
on the inside rear
window, since they may have to be scraped off later. If
abrasive cleaners are used
on the inside of the rear
window, an electric defogger element may be damaged.
Any temporary license should not be attached across the
defogger grid.
Cleaning the Outside of the
Windshield and Wiper Blades
If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield
washer, or if the wiper blade chatters when running,
wax, sap or other material may be
on the blade
or windshield.
Clean the outside of the windshield with GM Windshield
Cleaner, Bon Ami@ Powder (non-scratching glass
cleaning powder),
GM Part No. 10500 1 1. The
windshield is clean if beads do not form when you
rinse it with water.
Grime from the windshield will stick to the wiper blades
and affect their performance. Clean the blade by wiping
vigorously with a cloth soaked in full-strength windshield
washer solvent. Then rinse the blade with water.
Check the wiper blades and clean them as necessary;
replace blades that look worn.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 1 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
This is the legal identifier for your Chevrolet. It appears
on a plate in the front corner
of the instrument panel, on
the driver’s side. You can see it if you look through the
windshield from outside your vehicle. The VIN also
appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service
Parts
labels and the certificates of title and registration.
Engine Identification
The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code. This
code will help you identify your engine, specifications
and replacement parts.
Service Parts Identification Label
You’ll find this label inside your console storage
compartment. It’s very helpful if
you ever need to order
parts. On this label is:
;. your VIN,
the model designation,
0 paint information and
0 a list of all production options and special equipment.
Be sure that this label
is not removed from the vehicle.
Electrical System
* -’ _. - -Lon Electrical Equipment
NOTICE:
Don’t add anything electrical to your Chevrolet
unless you check with your dealer first. Some
electrical equipment can damage your vehicle
and the damage wouldn’t be covered by
your
warranty. Some add-on electrical equipment
can keep other components from working as
they should.
Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting to
add anything electrical to your Chevrolet, see ‘Servicing
Your Air Bag-Equipped Chevrolet” in the Index.

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine For prompt assistance, please have the following
information available to give the Customer
Assistance Representative:
0
0
0
0
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Your name, address, home and business
telephone numbers
Vehicle Identification Number (This is available
from the vehicle registration or title, or the plate at
the top left of the instrument panel and visible
through the windshield.)
Dealership name and location
Vehicle delivery date
and present mileage
Nature
of concern
We encourage
you to call us so we can give your inquiry
prompt attention. However,
if you wish to write
Chevrolet, address
your inquiry to:
Chewolet Motor Division
Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center
P.O. Box 7047
Troy,
MI 48007-7047
In Canada, write to:
General Motors of Canada Limited
Customer Communication Centre, 163-005
1908 Colonel Sam Drive
Oshawa, Ontario
L1H 8P7 Refer
to your Warranty and Owner Assistance
Information booklet for addresses of
GM Overseas offices.
When contacting Chevrolet, please remember that
your concern will likely be resolved in the dealership,
using the dealer's facilities, equipment and personnel.
That is why we suggest
you follow Step One first if
you have a concern.
Customer Assistance for Text
Telephone (TTY) Users
To assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or
speech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTYs),
Chevrolet has
TTY equipment available at its Customer
Assistance Center,
Any TTY user can communicate with
Chevrolet by dialing: 1-800-833-CHEV. (TTY users in
Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.)
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Better Business Bureau Mediation ................... 8-9
Blizzard
...................................... 4-28
Brake Adjustment
.................................. 6-38
Fluid
....................................... 6-35
Master Cylinder
.............................. 6-35
PedalTravel
................................. 6-38
Parking
..................................... 2-38
Replacing System Parts
........................ 6-39
System Warning Light
......................... 2-79
Trailer
...................................... 4-36
Transmission Shift Interlock
.................... 2-4 1
Wear ....................................... 6-37
Brakes. Anti-Lock
............................... 4-7
Braking
........................................ 4-6
Braking in Emergencies
.......................... 4- 10
Break-In.
New Vehicle .......................... 2-23
Brightness Control
.............................. 2-54
BTSICheck
................................... 7-45
Bulb Replacement
.............................. 6-40
Canadian Roadside Assistance
.................... 8-7
Capacities and Specifications
...................... 6-74
Carbon Monoxide
.......... 2-1 1.2-42.2-43.4-29. 4-36
Care
of Your Cassette Player ...................... 3-23
Care of Your Compact Disc Player
................. 3-24
Cassette Deck Service
........................... 7-43
Cassette Storage
................................ 2-59
Cassette Tape Player
......................... 3-6. 3-9
Cassette Tape Player Care
........................ 3-23
CD Player Theft-Deterrent Feature ................. 3-20
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp Bulb Replacement
.... 6-46
BTSI ......................................... 2-41 Certification Label
.............................. 4-3
1
Chains. Safety
................................. 4-36
Chains. Tire
................................... 6-58
Changing a Flat Tire
............................. 5-29
Check Gages Light .............................. 2-88
Checking Your Restraint Systems
.................. 1-40
Chemical Paint Spotting
.......................... 6-66
Child Restraints
................................ 1-31
Securing
in a Rear Seat Position ................. 1-33
Securing
in the Right Front Seat Position .......... 1-35
Where to Put
................................ 1-31
Cigarette Lighter
............................... 2-60
Circuit Breakers and Fuses
....................... 6-69
Cleaner. Air
................................... 6-18
Cleaning Aluminum Wheels
............................ 6-65
Convertible Top
.............................. 6-64
Fabric
...................................... 6-59
Glass
....................................... 6-62
Inside
of Your Chevrolet ....................... 6-59
Instrument Panel
............................. 6-62
Leather
..................................... 6-61
Outside
of Your Chevrolet ...................... 6-63
Removable Roof Panel
......................... 6-63
Special Problems
............................. 6-60
Stains
...................................... 6-60
Tires
....................................... 6-65
Vinyl
....................................... 6-61
Wheels
..................................... 6-65
Windshield and Wiper Blades
................... 6-62
Climate Control System
........................... 3-2
Clock. Setting the
................................ 3-6
TopStrap
................................... 1-32
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Gages Engine Coolant Temperature
.................... 2-83
Engine Oil Pressure
........................... 2-87
Fuel
....................................... 2-89
GAWR
....................................... 4-31
Gear Positions. Automatic Transmission
............. 2-29
Gear Positions. Manual Transmission
............... 2-32
GloveBox
.................................... 2-58
Gross Axle Weight Rating
........................ 4-3 1
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ...................... 4-31
Guide
en FranGais 11 .. .................................
GVWR ........................................ 4-31
Halogen Bulbs
................................ 6-40
Hatch
........................................ 2-11
Hatch Release
.................................. 2- 12
Hatch Release. Remote
.......................... 2-12
Hazard Warning Flashers .......................... 5-2
Headlamps
.................................... 2-52
Aiming
..................................... 6-40
Bulb Replacement
............................ 6-40
HighLow Beamchanger
...................... 2-46
OnReminder
................................ 2-52
Wiring
..................................... 6-69
Hearing Impaired. Customer Assistance .............. 8-4
Heating
........................................ 3-4
High-Beam Headlamps
.......................... 2-46
Highway Hypnosis
.............................. 4-24
Hill and Mountain Roads
......................... 4-24
Hitches, Trailer
................................. 4-36
Hood Checking Things Under
......................... 6-8
Release ...................................... 6-9 Horn
......................................... 2-44
Hydraulic Clutch
............................... 6-26
Hydraulic Clutch System Check
................... 7-44
Hydroplaning
.................................. 4-20
Ignition Positions
.............................. 2-24
Inflation. Tire
.................................. 6-51
Inside Daymight Rearview Mirror
................. 2-56
Inspections
.................................... 7-47
Brakesystem
................................ 7-48
CalipedKnuckle Maintenance
................... 7-48
Exhaust Systems
............................. 7-47
Radiator and Heater Hose
...................... 7-47
RearAxle
................................... 7-47
Steering
.................................... 7-47
Suspension
.................................. 7-47
Throttle Linkage
.............................. 7-47
Instrument Panel
............................... 2-74
Brightness Control
............................ 2-54
Cluster
..................................... 2-76
Interior Lamps
................................. 2-55
Cleaning
.................................... 6-62
.................................... J ack. Tire
5-31
Jump Starting
................................... 5-3
Key Lock Cylinders Service ..................... 7-44
Key Release Button
............................. 2-25
Keys
.......................................... 2-2